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USA Cycling Spins Into Town

The 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships are making their way to Virginia’s Blue Ridge, with the race taking place July 14-20.

Jul 11, 2025
By: Kaelyn Spickler

USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships Courses Revealed

The championships will take place across Carvins Cove, Elmwood Park and Explore Park from July 14-20.

Jun 23, 2025
By: RKR

Hometown Flavors Shine Across the Region: A Comprehensive Guide to Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Restaurant Week

Get ready to taste your way through the region during the first-ever Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Restaurant Week, May 31–June 8, with 70+ restaurants across six localities serving up special menus at unbeatable prices.

May 28, 2025
By: Kaelyn Spickler

VBR Restaurant Week Debuts May 2025

Virginia's Blue Ridge will celebrate regional cuisine in May, spotlighting restaurants across the region, including City of Roanoke, Roanoke County, Town of Vinton, City of Salem, Botetourt County and Franklin County.

Feb 25, 2025
By: RKR

Tourism Economic Impact Reached $1.3 Billion in Virginia’s Blue Ridge in 2023

Tourism generated over $882 million in direct visitor spending in Virginia’s Blue Ridge, marking a 6.6% increase over 2022.

Sep 11, 2024
By: RKR

40 Under 40: Shannon Keener

Meet the next generation of Roanoke leaders, as nominated by readers and selected by editors.

Jan 6, 2020
By: Liz Long

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USA Cycling Spins Into Town

The 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships are making their way to Virginia’s Blue Ridge, with the race taking place July 14-20.