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Berglund’s Play at Home Concert Series

Berglund Center launches Play at Home Concert Series featuring local and regional artists performing from home.
SVB Senior company virtual class and rehearsal via video.

SWVA Ballet Gets Creative with Classes

Artistic Director Pedro Szalay never expected to teach ballet by video.
Travis Powell of Valley iPhone Repair.

#RoanokeStrong Supports Local Businesses

A new Roanoke initiative, #roanokestrong, gives free coffee to essential workers and is looking to expand.
The “I Miss Baseball” T-Shirt was a good seller.

If You Miss Baseball…

The Salem Red Sox sold T-shirts to help nonprofits during the virus pandemic and now on Opening Day, they have free lunches for essential workers.
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A Food Lifeline at SML

The Landing is sending out meals to the most vulnerable among the lake community.
Ed Griffin plays hymns, patriotic songs and other favorites to raise the spirits of his friends — and himself — in a time of social distancing.

The Sounds of Solace

How one Roanoke County trombonist serenades his stay-at-home neighbors.
Punch Boutique’s top pick for staying cozy at home: candles and calming scents from Nest Fragrances.

Home Self-Care from Local Shopkeepers

From rich hand creams to satin robes, local shopkeepers share their picks for self-care at home.
Children and mom gather meals from a Roanoke school bus.

No More Mulch, School Meals Back On

Free mulch programs are put on hold while RCPS is delivering school meals again.
Carvins Cove is a popular spot for hiking, biking and boating and it remains open for all.

Some Outdoor Recreation Remains Open

Here are a few ways to get outside during the COVID-19 situation.
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Area Health Organizations Set Live Virus Discussion

A virtual town hall is scheduled with some of the region’s top health care officials answering questions about the pandemic.

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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.

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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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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