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Then and Now: Garland’s Drugstore
What once housed the largest drugstore in the Roanoke Valley is now home to a thriving workspace community. more
Uniquely Designed Wearable Art
These local artists are creating far more than pretty accessories. more
Becky Ellis
A Culinary Treasure in the Heart of Roanoke
The Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program offers new opportunities for its students. more
Courtesy of VTCSOM
A Founding Dean Leaves Her Mark
Dr. Cynda Ann Johnson retires after creating an outstanding legacy in her field. more
Courtesy of National Child Labor Committee Collection, Library of Congress
Child Labor in Roanoke
Photographs of children in Norwich were a critical part of the national crusade to abolish child labor at the beginning of the last century. more
Liz Long
Building Homes for a Cause
Ellie Rigby, Executive Director at Renovation Alliance, finds immense reward in helping the community through her work. more
Anne Sampson
A Day in Buchanan
Buchanan delivers gorgeous views and outdoor living with a small town vibe. more
Liz Long
It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s ... a Nurse!
For thrill-seeker Stephanie McKinney, the career of flight nurse is near-perfect with its challenges. more
Courtesy of Nelson Harris
An Explosion in Roanoke
Two weeks before the Fourth of July in 1946, a TNT-laced fireworks display ignited. more
Anne Sampson
A Day in Smith Mountain Lake
Bridgewater Plaza delivers big SML fun with one small stop. more
Melissa Mesko
Health at the Haven
This new wellness center offers more than just sweet pampering sessions. more
On the Cutting Edge of Medicine
A local business is changing lives through low-risk stem cell therapy. more
Julianne Rainone/The Virginia Room, Roanoke Public Libraries
Then & Now: Roanoke Hospital
Before Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke Hospital housed the exquisite Flickwir Memorial Unit. more
