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Peaks of Otter

Local Look: Take the Scenic Route

The Blue Ridge Parkway provides the perfect opportunity to get outside and admire our regional views.
Greetings from Downtown Roanoke

Local Look: Mural Selfies

Get up close and personal with these gorgeous murals found throughout the region.
Carvins Cove

Local Look: Your Guide to Summer Fun

Beat the summer heat with fun water activities, shady hikes and, of course, delicious ice cream sandwiches!
A woman in a white helmet and blue jacket stands with a black bicycle on a wooden bridge with rust-colored railings.

Local Look: Jackson River Scenic Trail

Regain your sense of adventure with a simple bike ride along this picturesque trail.
McAfee Knob

Local Look: Snap That Selfie

We share great local spots for the perfect photo op!
Hay Rock offers a rewarding hike full of gorgeous views.

Local Look: Hit the Trails

This year’s resolution? Get out and hike more!

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Local homes experts answer all your questions about decor, maintenance, remodeling and more.

Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

The Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival attracts about 20,000 visitors annually — a boon to the local economy.
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Bloom Town

Flower farms are finding new ways to keep our community beautiful.

Painted wood statue holding a teacup, a chandelier-lit dining room, and a wood-paneled sitting room.
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The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.