Articles From Nov/Dec 2025

The Fox City Jazz Band

Speakeasy Sophistication

Hotel Roanoke’s new Fox City Jazz Club offers a vibe that’s both timeless and modern.
Brittany Fields opened Simply Refillery in Towers Shopping Center in June. Customers have embraced the store’s nontoxic products, such as deodorant cream, bamboo toilet paper and fill-your-own container shampoos and conditioners.

Reduce, Refill, Repeat

A new Roanoke store makes a low-waste lifestyle a touch easier.
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Kindness in a Cup

The Shoppes at West Village is now home to a family-friendly coffee and tea house complete with its own gift store.
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Your Neighborhood Market, Reimagined

A family-owned market brings local food, artisan goods and community spirit to Brambleton Avenue.
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Gifts That Matter

From children’s smiles to safe spaces, family meals to wildlife rescue, Roanoke’s nonprofits remind us that the best holiday traditions are rooted in generosity.
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Coffee Culture

Roanoke Valley coffee aficionados are brewing up big flavors.
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Serving Up a Decade of Flavor

For nearly a decade, Mountain Grille has brought friends, flavors and fun to local events across Roanoke County, earning Platinum in this year’s Dining Awards.
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A Recipe for Community & Success

Foot of the Mountain cafe, led by Nina and Brian Whitehead, takes top honors in Botetourt with good food, good views and good people.
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A Porch for Every Palate

Rocky Mount’s newest spot is run by local favorites known for their innovation and community spirit.
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Your 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

From jewelry and trips to goodies and chocolates, we’ve got something for everyone on your list.

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