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Building a new house, tackling a renovation, or just looking to keep your current home in tip-top shape? Local experts answer common questions and share practical advice to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
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2026 Faces Of Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Welcome to the third edition of FACES of Virginia’s Blue Ridge!
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The Face Of Home Décor: WyndRose

WyndRose is an ultimate destination in Virginia’s Blue Ridge for those seeking home décor and design that feels personal, inspiring, and approachable.
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The Face Of Medical Education: Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

As Dean of the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, I am privileged to help educate the next generation of physicians while strengthening the health and vitality of our region.
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The Face Of Professional Lawncare: The Green Team

Joe Kormann and Caroline Adkins operate The Green Team, a family-owned lawn care company based in Roanoke.
Ellen D’Ardenne, Executive Director, and Shelli Schinkus, Director of Sales and Marketing, bring a combined 56 years of experience in the senior living industry.

The Face Of Retirement Communities: The Glebe

Ellen D’Ardenne, Executive Director, and Shelli Schinkus, Director of Sales and Marketing, bring a combined 56 years of experience in the senior living industry.
The Face Of Restoration Services: SERVPRO of Roanoke County

The Face Of Restoration Services: SERVPRO of Roanoke County

When disasters strike, SERVPRO of Roanoke County works to restore what customers already have before replacing it.
Susan Bailey

The Face Of Real Estate: Susan Bailey Realtor, Long & Foster

Susan Bailey has spent more than 20 years in real estate sales and has been the top sales agent for Long & Foster Roanoke for the past five years.
The Face of Community-Based Nonprofit Homecare: Good Samaritan

The Face Of Community-Based Nonprofit Homecare: Good Samaritan

As leaders in home health, hospice and palliative care, we have the privilege of walking alongside individuals and families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.
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The Face Of Professional Cleaning: Galvan Housekeeper, LLC

Owners Yoshira Buezo and Melida Santos have positioned Galvan Housekeeper LLC as a detail-driven, system-based service by building around structure, consistency, and client trust across Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

Departments

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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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

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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.

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.