Articles From July/August 2023

Children exploring raised garden beds with a magnifying glass and watering can, under the text "50 Ways to Garden with Kids.

50 Ways to Garden with Kids

Try 50 ways to enjoy garden fun with children of all ages.
A red apple with a green leaf beside red script text reading "The Student Becomes the Teacher.

The Student Becomes the Teacher

Meet four teachers who owe it all to their incredible mentors.
A person in a white sweater holds a white pill in one palm and a glass of water in the other hand.

Living with Chronic Illness

Patients offer their advice on living with complications of a long-term medical problem.
Huddle Up Moms celebrates moving to The Haven on 5th where Postpartum Virginia is also housed.

HUM Celebrates New Location

Huddle Up Moms can now be found at The Haven on 5th, where moms can find community, as well as share ideas and resources.
A smiling police lieutenant in a dark uniform with a body camera, beside the words "Building Community Trust.

Building Community Trust

Student resource officers play a critical role in schools— and not just for protection.
You can visit your local American Red Cross Blood and Platelet locations, or sign up for a blood drive such as the ones held by Junior League of Roanoke Valley, pictured here.

Blood Donations Needed More Than Ever

Amid ongoing shortages, the need for blood donations are at an all-time high.
Amanda Burch finally achieves her dream of becoming a lawyer.

A Dream Comes Full Circle

Amanda Burch’s 20-year plan to become a lawyer pays off ten-fold.
Yellow banner with black pipes and a valve, red text reading "A Vital Teacher Pipeline.

A Vital Teacher Pipeline

Schools continue to bring in new talent thanks to the Virginia Department of Education’s Career Switcher Program.
Illustration of a nurse whose shadow becomes a caped hero, with text reading "Nursing: Still in the Lead.

Nursing Still in the Lead

What’s the state of nursing look like in our region after COVID?
Dr. Christy Arthur: “I want to stay small because I value relationships.”

An Ideal Medical Practice?

Patients are gaining more options when it comes to their health care.

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