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Roanoke Rec: The Beat Goes On, The Bounty Builds

New trails and greenways, new events, more participation in them and a community that is increasingly aware of its amazing inventory have gotten more people active and built national awareness of the Roanoke Valley as an outdoor destination.

Why They Come to Retire: Life Quality, Downtowns, Health Care & More

A list of reasons to retire in the Roanoke Valley would certainly include its quality of life, its beautiful setting between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains and the access to arts and cultural events and abundant health care.

Shopping in the Roanoke Region

Splendid local shops and well-anchored malls form the outer edges of a market that continues to build and to surprise with its bounty and variety of shopping.

The Developing Art of Funding: How To Do More with, Yes, Less

Many arts organizations across the Commonwealth and the nation have been in a bad way since about 2008. Roanoke, however, seems to be living a fairly healthy life and is using some of its cumulative creativity to make its position even more solid.

Medicine: A Stronger Focus on Patients

New technology and evolving standardization is transforming the healthcare industry, but the Roanoke Valley's regional providers continue to work on improving the patient experience, too.

Made in Roanoke, Shipped to the World

From cow feed additives and a device for distracted drivers to giant displays and, well a different kind of giant displays, these Roanoke-area companies are making their way far beyond the immediate market.

Achievements in Education

From special programs to distinguished awards, the area’s school systems are paving the way for students to be successful both in the classroom and in the real world.

Coming Home

It’s that strong sense of families together – perhaps intensified in a context of the impassioned competition of just moments earlier – that makes Roanoke feel like home to so many.

More Photos from Carvins Cove

Carvins Cove is about to double its trail miles. Ever wonder how those new trails are made? Take a look! Photos by Jes Gearing.

Set Your New Personal Best!

Hoping to pick up an age group medal or just enjoy the fellowship that comes with racing on a regular basis? The Roanoke Valley and surrounding environs are just the ticket.

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Roanoke Rec: The Beat Goes On, The Bounty Builds

New trails and greenways, new events, more participation in them and a community that is increasingly aware of its amazing inventory have gotten more people active and built national awareness of the Roanoke Valley as an outdoor destination.
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Why They Come to Retire: Life Quality, Downtowns, Health Care & More

A list of reasons to retire in the Roanoke Valley would certainly include its quality of life, its beautiful setting between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains and the access to arts and cultural events and abundant health care.
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Shopping in the Roanoke Region

Splendid local shops and well-anchored malls form the outer edges of a market that continues to build and to surprise with its bounty and variety of shopping.
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The Developing Art of Funding: How To Do More with, Yes, Less

Many arts organizations across the Commonwealth and the nation have been in a bad way since about 2008. Roanoke, however, seems to be living a fairly healthy life and is using some of its cumulative creativity to make its position even more solid.
At LewisGale, the perspective is building a culture of patient-first, to the extent that it becomes the unspoken expectation.

Medicine: A Stronger Focus on Patients

New technology and evolving standardization is transforming the healthcare industry, but the Roanoke Valley's regional providers continue to work on improving the patient experience, too.
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Made in Roanoke, Shipped to the World

From cow feed additives and a device for distracted drivers to giant displays and, well a different kind of giant displays, these Roanoke-area companies are making their way far beyond the immediate market.
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Achievements in Education

From special programs to distinguished awards, the area’s school systems are paving the way for students to be successful both in the classroom and in the real world.
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Coming Home

It’s that strong sense of families together – perhaps intensified in a context of the impassioned competition of just moments earlier – that makes Roanoke feel like home to so many.
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More Photos from Carvins Cove

Carvins Cove is about to double its trail miles. Ever wonder how those new trails are made? Take a look! Photos by Jes Gearing.
Runners in the Street

Set Your New Personal Best!

Hoping to pick up an age group medal or just enjoy the fellowship that comes with racing on a regular basis? The Roanoke Valley and surrounding environs are just the ticket.
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