Articles From May/June 2013

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More Photos of the Torre Home

If you enjoyed the profile of the home of Glenn and Vicki Torre in our July/August 2013 issue, here are even more beautiful photos by David Hungate.
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How to Shop Roanoke

Who better for great shopping recommendations than someone who owned, for more than a quarter century, one of Roanoke’s favorite shops. Grab the wish list and c’mon along with Nancy Leggett.
Roanoke area retirement experts, from left: Susan Williams, Arlene Campbell, Maggie Gray, Sue Nutter, Rhonda Levine, Debbie Brown.

How to Retire in Roanoke without being Retiring

The Roanoke Valley’s great health care, bounty of senior-related resources and overall friendliness provide a great underpinning for those choosing our mild climate, great scenery and multitude of housing choices.
Among the best spots for bicycling in the valley are the Blue Ridge Parkway and the trails of Carvins Cove Nature Preserve

RoanokeRec: How to Build Your Own Pentathlon

Yes, you could build your own pentathlon here, and a decathlon as well. Here are a few favorite spots to get out and get started, courtesy of Roanoke Valley partakers.
Arts guru Susan Jennings: There's so much to offer that "you just can't take advantage of everything!"

Arts Bounty: An Expert’s Don’t-Miss List

Since back when Center in the Square was brand new for the first time, Susan Jennings has been a strong voice and supporter of the arts in the Roanoke Valley. Here are her perspectives on how to get the most out of the Roanoke Valley’s arts.
Carilion nurse Molly Clemons assists Barbara Adams, who is recovering from a knee replacement.

Health Care: A Salute to Nurses

The compassionate caregiver. The keystone to healthcare. The silent hero. Yes, nurses embody all these things, and so much more. Nursing is a broad medical field where each person plays a part in meeting a common goal – caring for patients.

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