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Best of Roanoke 2018
With 139 categories and 437 winners, our readers weigh in on the best and brightest in the Roanoke Valley. more
John Park
Take a Tour: Morning Brew Coffee Company
Let's go around the world in flavors without ever leaving Roanoke. Learn about Morning Brew Coffee Company here. more
John Park
Take a Tour: Taco Riendo
Let's go around the world in flavors without ever leaving Roanoke. Learn about Taco Riendo here. more
John Park
Take a Tour: Cuban Island
Let's go around the world in flavors without ever leaving Roanoke. Learn about Cuban Island here. more
John Park
Take a Tour: Bethlehem Restaurant & Grocery
Let's go around the world in flavors without ever leaving Roanoke. Learn about Bethlehem Restaurant and Grocery here. more
Bob Sowder
When Lightning Strikes, Make a Lemon Drop Martini
The Wood family had to redo their entire home after a fire caused by lightning. more
Roanoke's 10 Best Bands
Our panel of experts weigh in on great shows to catch by local musicians. more
25 Years of Athletes
We take a look at elite Roanoke Valley high school athletes from 1993 to 2018. more
8 Businesses Changing the Game
These eight businesses are thriving in both local and global markets. more
Then and Now: Hotel Roanoke
The Tudor-style hotel has long been one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. more
Dan Smith
Brain Games at Cave Spring High
The Knights’ Scholastic Bowl team won its third straight state title this past spring and is gearing up for a “quadrapeat” next year. more
RAYSAC’s War on Drugs
Roanoke Area Youth Substance Abuse Council is doing all they can to bring the community together in the fight against drugs. more
The Trend of Opioids
Bestselling author Beth Macy gives new details on her upcoming release, as well as tips on reversing the trend of opioid and heroin abuse. more
Herbs and Honey
Beautify your life with a subscription service of local herbs, flowers, infused oils and teas. more
Courtesy of the History Museum of Western Virginia
Streets of Roanoke: Mill Mountain
The Loop Road on Mill Mountain, so named for its loop, is nearly unchanged from its 1891 beginnings. more
Liz Long
The Momentum of Sports Tourism
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge has a new sports initiative, and with it, a passionate new director to lead the way. more
John Park
Breakfast Bonanza: Mac & Bob's
The longtime “sub and pub” restaurant added breakfast to its menu, and with Southern comforts like hearty biscuits and gravy, diners will surely be back for another taste. more
John Park
Breakfast Bonanza: R.T. Smith's Fine Delicatessen
The old school deli experience brings a taste of New York to the region, with bagels from the Bronx and their own roast beef made in-house. more
