Posted on: September 22, 2023
“It’s Here: The Arts, Entrepreneurship + Placemaking” is a collaboration between the Art in Roanoke (Roanoke Arts Commission), the Roanoke Cultural Endowment and the City of Roanoke department of economic development, and is ...
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Posted on: September 21, 2023
When a natural disaster strikes, do you have the tools to bounce back and recover? Check out highlights from Roanoke's Preparathon at Berglund Center on September 16, where local emergency response agencies engaged with the public about emergency...
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Posted on: September 18, 2023
Vistar Eye Center opened a new 26,000 square foot facility in Roanoke County, including state-of-the-art retinal research facilities. Take a look inside and find out why this regional health care leader chose to expand in our area.
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Posted on: September 15, 2023
The City of Roanoke unveiled a National Historic Marker this week at the Gainsboro Library, celebrating its profound historical significance as a center of culture, and the first public library for African Americans in Virginia. The dedication also recogn...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
Learn more about the City of Roanoke's Down Payment Assistance Program. Funded through the HUD annual plan and administered by Freedom First Credit Union, this program is meant to provide assistance to qualified, first-time homebuyers in the Belm...
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Posted on: September 12, 2023
Summer camp has gone awry! Camp Director, Blaise Hikerman, has been found dead by the backdoor of the mess hall of Camp Catalogabook. There are six suspects who all have a motive to see Blaise go up in smoke. Join Roanoke County Public Library on Friday, ...
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Posted on: September 11, 2023
First responders, elected officials, Roanoke County administration, and citizens gathered to remember the events of September 11, 2001. Today also marked the dedication ceremony for a new flagpole and flag, donated by WoodmenLife to Roanoke County&apo...
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Posted on: September 8, 2023
Bank On Roanoke Valley announces the next round of its Bank On Financial Wellness Series beginning October 2023. Financial professionals volunteering through the Bank On Roanoke Valley Education Network teach monthly workshops and help empower decision ma...
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Posted on: September 6, 2023
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America, and Roanoke County now has 15 courts throughout its park system. On this episode of Roam RoCo, staff from Roanoke County's administration center take advantage of the final days of summer for a picklebal...
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Posted on: September 5, 2023
The Town Vinton is growing, and community leaders are taking proactive steps to make roadways safer for pedestrians. Beginning October 2, the 25 MPH speed limit on Gus Nicks Blvd will be extended from Garthright Bridge to Vinton town limits entering Roano...
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Posted on: August 31, 2023
Your library card gets you so much more than books! September is library card sign-up month. Roanoke County Library invites you to learn about some of the unique ways your card can be used. #library #librarycard #morethanbooks&a...
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Posted on: August 30, 2023
What's happening in the City of Roanoke? Check out the latest edition of Noke News where we take a few minutes each month to bring you some of the good things going on around Roanoke. In this month's episode, learn more about PLAY Roanok...
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Posted on: August 26, 2023
Roanoke County's Northside High School kicked off the Friday Football season with a new artificial turf field and new scoreboard. See highlights from the ribbon cutting and hear from school officials the benefits of these new improvements.
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Posted on: August 17, 2023
The Roanoke Region is an amazing place to live! Unfortunately, once young professionals leave they region they're unlikely to return. The Intern and Early Career Expo aims to change all that, bringing together higher education institutions with t...
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Posted on: August 14, 2023
Families came together at Wasena Park on Friday, August 11 for PLAYRoanoke's first ever PLAY-PALOOZA event. Participants included after school providers, athletics clubs, family services and recreation opportunities just in time for the back-to-s...
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Posted on: August 10, 2023
Our second year of the Staying Safe by Staying Connected Summer Fine Arts Academy provided students with a safe and positive environment to learn new skills, make friends, and have fun! Participants put on a production of Frozen KIDS in less than two week...
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Posted on: August 8, 2023
A new Hallmark Gold Crown store is now open at the Cave Spring Corners shopping center in Roanoke County. It's one of the largest of its kind in the region! See highlights from the grand opening event, and find out why the general manager has suc...
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Posted on: August 4, 2023
Member One Federal Credit Union celebrated the opening of a new Learning & Development Center on July 26. The renovated building, which is formerly the Main Branch facility and Human Resources department, officially began hosting employee training cla...
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Posted on: August 4, 2023
Students from Roanoke City Public Schools have received the opportunity to learn the ways of a chef through the inaugural Culinary Arts Boot Camp in partnership with Virginia Western's Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program, Hotel Roanoke and Conferenc...
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Posted on: July 28, 2023
In front of an incredible turnout of cyclists and outdoor recreation enthusiasts, PLAYRoanoke celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new section of the Roanoke River Greenway this morning. Find out why this unique piece of the greenway is so important for reg...
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Posted on: July 27, 2023
Our region is recruiting firefighters! See if you can pass the physical performance test in a preview video produced by RVTV for Roanoke County Fire and Rescue and the City of Roanoke Fire-EMS Departments.
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Posted on: July 26, 2023
Hey Roanoke! Noke News has officially hit the 1-year milestone, so this is the ??Anniversary Episode ?? This month we are taking a look back at some of the good things that happened last year like the SE gateway murals on the Roanoke River Greenway, CIAA ...
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Posted on: July 26, 2023
Roanoke City Public Schools wrapped up the second year of our Staying Safe by Staying Connected Summer Athletic Camps! Thank you to our coaches and high school student-athletes who provided our 5th-8th grade students with the opportunity to learn new skil...
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Posted on: July 25, 2023
Twin Creeks Brewing Company and the Town of Vinton celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new outdoor stage this week! The Creek Bank Pavilion is a new outdoor venue including a stage, gas fireplaces, picnic tables and grass seating area to host weekly music ...
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Posted on: July 21, 2023
The Roanoke EnVision Center is a unique service of the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, offering community resources from a variety of partner agencies. Check out scenes from this week's ribbon cutting and learn what the new facility ...
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Posted on: July 19, 2023
There's been an increase in vehicle theft of certain models of Kia and Hyundai vehicles in our area due to a viral video trend. The Roanoke Police department provides tips for preventing forced entry and theft to keep you and your property safe.
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Posted on: July 18, 2023
On July 13, 2023 representatives from FEMA and the Virginia Department of Emergency Management were in Roanoke to host their annual Virginia Peak Hurricane Season Briefing. After holding this meeting Roanoke Emergency Management and Ro...
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Posted on: July 14, 2023
Ever wondered how to change oil and filters on a garbage truck? Go behind the scenes with Roanoke County's fleet services division as they perform preventative maintenance on a Mack LR64 with a McNeilus 28 Yard Body. Watch step by step as they ch...
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Posted on: July 12, 2023
Last winter a pipe burst at Bent Mountain Library causing damage and leading to a six-month closure of the facility for repairs. This week Roanoke County unveiled new renovations to the space including an updated children's area, furnishings, car...
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Posted on: July 6, 2023
Healthy Homes Roanoke is a public-private collaborative serving the City of Roanoke’s most vulnerable citizens by creating opportunities to connect with resources and rehabilitate homes. Get an overview in a video series from RVTV.org
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Posted on: July 5, 2023
Roanoke County is holding a second round of community meetings for the West Roanoke River Greenway Feasibility Study to receive feedback on conceptual route alternatives. Choose from Monday, July 10 at the Spring Hollow Water Treatment Plant or Thursday, ...
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Posted on: June 28, 2023
11 teens (age 14-18) graduated from the 5th cohort of the City of Roanoke's Teen Apprenticeship Program. Hear from program leaders about how the program has grown and the life skills these teens are learning as part of the Star City Safe Initiati...
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Posted on: June 20, 2023
On this episode of All Things Vinton, Angie returns to the new Community Garden to try and grow a tomato plant. Chasity finds an innovative way to take care of the watering. #communitygarden #ittakesavillage #InVinton
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Posted on: June 15, 2023
Pathfinders for Greenways made a generous donation of to the Town of Vinton towards the development of Glade Creek Greenway! Find out how this growing section of greenway will expand and how the non-profit group is making an impact. #greenways&am...
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Posted on: June 14, 2023
Roanoke County's Explore Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway hosted time trials for the USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championships on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. See highlights from the event and find out why Virginia's Blue Ridge is one ...
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Posted on: June 14, 2023
Passing a bicyclist too closely is not just scary, it can result in life altering crashes…and even death. Drivers, it’s up to you to pass safely! Change lanes to pass, allowing at least 3 feet of space between your car and the bicycli...
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Posted on: June 12, 2023
Roanoke Public Libraries kicked off their summer reading program with Ride and Read! This annual event offered youth and families the opportunity to check out cool trucks, buses and other vehicles while interacting with staff that work behind the scenes t...
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Posted on: June 8, 2023
Learn more about community development in Roanoke as Chris Chittum explains what a target area is and why we have them. Follow along with the City of Roanoke over the next few months as we introduce you to the Belmont-Fallon Target Area and highlight some...
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Posted on: June 7, 2023
Elizabeth joined a local running club five years ago, and now calls Roanoke's running community her second family. Learn how she became an annual Blue Ridge Marathon participant, and inspires youth to stay active by starting an elementary school ...
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Posted on: June 5, 2023
In a first of its kind project in Virginia, the Western Virginia Water Authority is now capturing renewable biogas from wastewater and providing it directly to Roanoke Gas Company to produce commercial quality natural gas! Check out highlights from a rece...
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
The Town of Vinton celebrated the installation of new park benches along the Glade Creek Greenway, donated by the Roanoke Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The group collected 3,028 pounds of plastic with the help of Precision Fa...
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Posted on: May 26, 2023
Roanoke County's Wayside Park recently received improvements including a new boat ramp, larger paved parking area, picnic shelter and kiosk. Made possible with grant funding assistance from Roanoke Outside and the Roanoke Valley Allegheny Regiona...
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Posted on: May 24, 2023
On this episode of All Things Vinton, Angie and Chasity try to get the best selfie in front of a new mural at 107 South Pollard Street. Staff take to the rooftops to thank residents for their patience during a time of transition in downtown Vinton.&nb...
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Posted on: May 23, 2023
This season PLAY Roanoke has partnered with the Roanoke Diversity Center to offer an innovative softball league designed for provide a fun and safe recreation experience for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. #kickball #pride #inc...
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Posted on: May 22, 2023
Explore new heights, and soar into summer at Treetop Quest! Explore Park's aerial adventure and zip line course is open Tuesday through Sunday beginning May 27. Enjoy new thrills this season including two Chick Pea courses for ages 4-6 and five c...
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Posted on: May 17, 2023
Roanoke's hard work-working landscaping management professionals keep our parks and green spaces looking their best. At a recent leadership team meeting, staff members got a chance to get behind the wheel of some of the equipment that m...
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Posted on: May 12, 2023
Today PLAY Roanoke and the City of Roanoke, Virginia - Government celebrated the designation of Roanoke as a Bee City USA program affiliate, with the unveiling of a new sign at Vic Thomas Park. Check out highlights from the event!
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Posted on: May 10, 2023
An iconic Dorothy Gillespie mural in downtown Roanoke, Virginia has been restored to its original vibrant colors. Restoration artists Jack Fralin and Dana James spent two weeks touching up "Accentuated Forms in Space," a mural painted in 1979. L...
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Posted on: May 9, 2023
Check out this Roanoke County Public Schools recap of the regional Registered Apprentice Signing Day at a Salem Red Sox game on Friday, May 5. The first pitch was thrown by the Golden Apple Teacher of the Year award winner for 2023.
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Posted on: May 8, 2023
Roanoke County celebrated the ribbon cuttings of two new attractions just in time for summer! The Treetop Quest aerial adventure course has expanded to include new course elements for ages 4-6, and a new playground opened up to serve park visitors.&nb...
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Posted on: April 28, 2023
Roanoke County celebrated Arbor Day on Thursday, April 27 with the ribbon cutting of park improvements including a new playground, pickleball court, restrooms and trail enhancements. The County was designated a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation fo...
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Posted on: April 27, 2023
Camp Roanoke operates an outdoor adventure focused summer day program for rising 2nd through 7th graders. In this episode of Roam RoCo, Kaelyn tries some out a few challenge course elements and field games.
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Posted on: April 24, 2023
RCPS Works was held on on April 20, 2023 at the Berglund Center and featured 80+ companies hiring for all different sorts of jobs. Students were able to visit and talk with a variety of employers as well as apply and interview on the spot if the company w...
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Posted on: April 21, 2023
Congratulations to Mary Alcoke! This 1st grade teacher from Penn Forest Elementary School was named Roanoke County's 2023 Teacher of the Year at a celebration on Wednesday, April 19 at Vinton War Memorial.
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Posted on: April 19, 2023
It's National Work Zone Safety Week is April 17-21! Learn more from City of Roanoke Transportation about how to identify a work zone and how to Work With Us by slowing down and giving space to crews in a work zone and other vehicles.
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Posted on: April 17, 2023
Roanoke Parks and Recreation kicked off the 2023 baseball and softball season on Saturday, April 15. New this year, all of the City's teams gathered at River's Edge for opening day. It also marked the first year of participation in the L...
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Posted on: April 14, 2023
This month the City of Roanoke celebrated the ribbon cutting of The Quarters, a new co-working space on Campbell Avenue providing flexible conference rooms, a work lounge, member events and business resources. #businessspace #coworking&a...
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Posted on: April 12, 2023
On Wednesday, April 12 the City of Roanoke hosted both Virginia senators Senator Mark Warner and Tim Kaine to announce $2.5 million in federal funding towards replacing the low water bridge along a popular section of the Roanoke River Greenway. #...
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Posted on: April 5, 2023
Shamaill's Blue Ridge Marathon journey began as a volunteer, but a transition to home-based work during COVID and the desire for community led her to sign up for a race. Now three years later she's not only a returning participant, but a...
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Posted on: March 31, 2023
On this week's #FurryFriendFriday we visit Northside Middle School where students wrote poems about some of the dogs up for adoption at Regional Center for Animal Care & Protection. We check in with Interim Director Mike Warner, and then intr...
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Posted on: March 29, 2023
Headquarters Barber Company is now open on Williamson Road in Roanoke. In this BizRoanoke, hear from owner Melaine Cassell about her passion for styling hair and the history of the shop's location.
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Posted on: March 29, 2023
What's been happening around the City of Roanoke? Check out this month's edition of Noke News as we recap the George A. Kegley dedication in the Virginia Room, the annual Youth Summit, Roanoke River Greenway construction, the 2nd annual ...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023
Nowruz, which means 'New Day,' marks the New Year for Persian countries like Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, and Kurdistan and is celebrated on the Spring equinox. Check out highlights from the 2nd annual Norwuz celebration held at th...
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Posted on: March 22, 2023
Fleet Feet Roanoke plays an active role in gearing up runners for the Blue Ridge Marathon, America's Toughest Road Race. Find out how the Roanoke region's supportive race culture helped new owner Matt Thompson overcome tragedy and find a...
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Posted on: March 22, 2023
PLAY Roanoke's urban forestry division helps maintain over 20,000 trees and 12,000 acres of forested area within the City of Roanoke. Find out how these staff members are making an impact through well maintained green spaces. #urbanfores...
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Posted on: March 21, 2023
This fall the Roanoke Police Academy took recruits on a cultural enrichment trip to the National Holocaust Museum in Washington DC. It's part of an ongoing effort to train local officers to better understand the diverse constituents they serve.&a...
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Posted on: March 20, 2023
Meet Roanoke County Economic Development Specialist Karli Foster. Karli joins the Economic Development team to help market the area to businesses both small and large. Karli brings experience from neighboring municipalities as well as Virginia State Polic...
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Posted on: March 10, 2023
Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia has just relocated their office to downtown Roanoke. Find out how their organization has been bringing financial literacy and entrepreneurship training into classrooms for over 60 years.
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
The final piece of the Roanoke River Greenway within the City of Roanoke is under construction, with expected opening this summer! Get a behind the scenes look at this project and find out why this section of greenway is so important for our region.&n...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023
Roanoke County's Vinton Fire Station houses dedicated full-time firefighters and paramedics, as well as the volunteer organization Vinton First Aid Crew. In this episode of Roam RoCo, public information officer Kaelyn Spickler gets a station tour...
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Posted on: February 28, 2023
In this episode of Noke News we see a new mural at Berglund Center honoring the Gainsboro neighborhood's history, learn why Glade Creek's stream banks are getting restored, find out how the Fire-EMS department is helping shelter dogs fin...
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Posted on: February 24, 2023
Learn more about how LEAP is expanding and enhancing the local food system and updates on the centralized food hub in the West End neighborhood that houses LEAP’s offices, Mobile Market, local food distribution center, and will soon become the n...
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Posted on: February 20, 2023
Organized by Alexander Terrell in December 1941, the Hunton Life Saving and First Aid Crew was the first all-black volunteer rescue squad in the United States. Roanoke Fire-EMS Chief David Hoback provides some unique history about these local heroes.&...
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Posted on: February 17, 2023
Learn more about the City of Roanoke's Glad Creek Stream Restoration Project. The effort is aimed at improving water quality while helping prevent flooding.#stormwater #streamrestoration
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Posted on: February 16, 2023
RVTV was recognized with three gold Summit Awards from the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, in an awards ceremony celebrating the best of 2022. Winning projects include Best PSA for T-Rex Trail at Explore Park, Best Video Und...
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Posted on: February 13, 2023
A new store is open in downtown Roanoke dedicated to making Christmas magic 365 days a year. Boxwood Lane features holiday and seasonal household décor you can't find at other stores. Find out what inspired owner Tony Hash to share his...
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Posted on: January 31, 2023
The City of Roanoke's Stormwater Division is working on ways to better prepare your community for the next flood event. Learn more about why flooding is a problem in Roanoke and what you can do to be a part of the planning effort to make sure we&...
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Posted on: January 11, 2023
Live should be an adventure! Noke Van Company is a new family-owned business in Roanoke, Virginia designs innovative and creative van conversions for the outdoor enthusiast. Get a behind the scenes look at how they got started and see how the conversion p...
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Posted on: January 10, 2023
The Galen College of Nursing is expanding to a new campus in Roanoke County! Get an early look inside and find out what inspires HCA Lewis-Gale Hospital staff to mentor the next generation of nursing students. #whatsyourwhy #nursingcolle...
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Posted on: January 6, 2023
Real estate taxes make up more than 50% of Roanoke County's operating revenue. On National Real Estate Appraisers Day we take a look at how the appraisal team ensures fair valuation for both residential and commercial property owners in the Count...
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Posted on: January 5, 2023
Don’t miss another safety alert with the new CodeRED alert system from the Town of Vinton. Town and East Roanoke County residents can now register to receive public safety and weather updates directly to their mobile phones, home phones, and ema...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
On this Roanoke County Business Partners we introduce you to Megan Baker, Roanoke County's new Director of Economic Development and Dani Poe, Assistant Director of Economic Development. They talk about their prior job experience and what they pla...
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Posted on: December 29, 2022
Need help getting your finances in order? The Roanoke Financial Empowerment Center offers professional one-on-one financial counseling at no cost to Roanoke residents. They'll help you with everything from money management, budgeting and reducing...
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Posted on: December 20, 2022
On Monday, December 19, 2922, the City of Roanoke unveiled the design for a new sculpture of Henrietta Lacks, honoring the Roanoke native who unknowingly provided the world with the HeLa cell, fueling decades of life-saving science. #hiddenhistor...
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Posted on: December 13, 2022
On this edition of All Things Vinton, Angie is left in charge of Earthworks Pottery Studio, and Chasity does her best to help clean up the mess. Watch to learn more about local pottery and clay sculpting classes. #earthworks #pottery&...
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Posted on: December 8, 2022
If your home is served by a septic tank, one pump-out can cost between 300 and 600 dollars. Roanoke County has partnered with the Roanoke Valley Alleghany Regional Commission to provide no-cost pump-out service for qualifying residents with household inco...
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Posted on: December 8, 2022
Watch this visual representation of the County of Roanoke, Virginia to find out what makes our community a great place to live, work and play. Produced by Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) for the 2022 State of the County Address.
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Posted on: December 2, 2022
Recently the Clean Valley Council hosted their 23rd annual Earth Summit at Virginia Western Community College, designed to help high school and college students explore and understand current environmental topics. #cleanvalley #earthsumm...
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Posted on: November 29, 2022
In November 2022, the City of Roanoke unveiled new works of public art sharing the stories of those who have suffered loss from gun violence. Watch to learn more about this collaborative project. #theempathyproject #roanokearts #gunviole...
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Posted on: November 29, 2022
A new tattoo business has opened up on Brambleton Rd. in the City of Roanoke. Find out what inspired local entrepreneur Eric Cartner to get into ink designs. #freshink #ribboncutting #bizroanoke
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
Seeing more blue shirts in downtown? Say hello to the Downtown Roanoke Ambassadors, part of the nationwide Block by Block program. This new team works year-round to clean up our streets and provide information to visitors about attractions, shopping and d...
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
Roanoke County's Vinton district has seen a tremendous amount of business growth over the past few years. In this Development by District segment we talk with Supervisor Jason Peters about recent successes, and the best parts of living and working in Vint...
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Posted on: November 9, 2022
Every year the team at George's Flowers celebrates Petal It Forward Day by surprising random strangers with a fresh bouquet. Find out why this local business goes out of their way to share a joyful gift. #PetalItForward #BizRoanoke #Flow...
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Posted on: October 27, 2022
Children's Nest in Roanoke County is about to embark on a 7,000 square foot expansion, providing child care and after school services in the Hollins area. Find out why the Hollins Center Plan played a role in their decision to grow the business. ...
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Posted on: October 26, 2022
With the new McAfee Knob Shuttle, it's easier than ever to reach the Appalachian Trail's most photographed spot. In this episode of RoamRoCo, Kaelyn and a friend make the seven mile round-trip and talk to a few hikers along the way.&...
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Posted on: October 21, 2022
In honor of National Pedestrian Safety month, the City of Roanoke Transportation Division is taking a look at the how bikes interact with pedestrians. Get perspectives from a greenway cyclist, road cyclist and trail cyclist. #pedestriansafety&...
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Posted on: October 20, 2022
RunAboutSports has moved to a new location at Townside Festival in the City of Roanoke. Find out why choosing the right pair of shoes makes such a big difference for your health and wellbeing, in the latest BizRoanoke feature.
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Posted on: October 18, 2022
October is National Planning Month and who better to hear from than employees from Roanoke County's Planning Department. Hear about what they do on a day-to-day basis and how they work hard to improve the quality of life for citizens in Roanoke C...
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Posted on: October 13, 2022
Westside Elementary School students and local officials celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new traffic garden on October 11, 2022! This joint effort of City of Roanoke, Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission, and Roanoke City Public Schools will hel...
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Posted on: October 12, 2022
What's it like to be a first-time climber at Explore Park's Treetop Quest? On this episode of #RoamRoCo, Kaelyn attempts to conquer her fears on the ropes course and ziplines, providing a unique look at one of Roanoke County's d...
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Posted on: October 11, 2022
The Town of Vinton's public works department call on Chasity and Angie to help water plants and build a retaining wall. See if they have what it takes to join the hard working crews that keep Vinton's streets and public utilities running...
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Posted on: October 7, 2022
TXTUR celebrated the grand opening of their new showroom in a repurposed historic fire station in downtown Roanoke. See how the business combined their mission for sustainable furniture to bring life to a new space. #sustainable #handcrafted #ribboncuttin...
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Posted on: October 7, 2022
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue has a rich tradition of service dating back to 1854. Now employing 212 full-time and about 200 volunteers, the department responds to about 15,000 calls for emergency assistance each year. In this feature, public information...
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Posted on: October 6, 2022
Roanoke County Public Schools has been reaching out to businesses and community members to plan the future of its Career and Technical Education programs, as the County works towards a new education facility in the coming years. #CareerTraining&a...
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Posted on: September 30, 2022
What's next for the former Ramada Inn after demolition? We talk to the City of Roanoke's stormwater division about the benefits of removing the structure, and how you can vote on the future of this new space as a public recreation asset ...
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Posted on: September 29, 2022
Roanoke County's Explore Park provides a unique primitive camping experience right on the Roanoke River, with direct access to the Blue Ridge Parkway. First time camper Kaelyn gets gets some advice from staff on checking in, setting up camp, and ...
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Posted on: September 21, 2022
Over 800 cyclists took to Roanoke's Fallon Park on September 17-18 for the Virginia's Blue Ridge Go Cross event. This year's race was the biggest ever for the series, brining an international mix of professional and amateur bike...
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Posted on: September 14, 2022
A. Duie Pyle has just opened a new supply chain in logistic center in Roanoke, Virginia. Find out why this family owned business values people-oriented service in their mission to provide LTL trucking services throughout the Northeast US.
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Posted on: September 13, 2022
Make your next celebration a success! Gladheart Wine and Brews is a new destination for wine, beer, snacks and tastings on Brambleton Avenue in southwest Roanoke. Founded by local entrepreneurs, this business strives to encourage fellowship through every ...
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Posted on: September 9, 2022
Virginia's Blue Ridge is on the map as a world class destination for cycling. Legendary three-time Olympic gold medalist Kristin Armstrong affirmed this success during the 2022 VBR Annual Meeting, where announcements were made including a Roanoke...
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Posted on: September 6, 2022
Roanoke County understands that some residents with mobility issues or other medical issues may be unable to get their trash bins to the curb for weekly collection. That’s why we offer the Personalized Service Program. Watch this short video to ...
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Posted on: August 31, 2022
For large items that don’t fit in your trash bin, or yard debris, Roanoke County offers its residents bulk and brush collection every other week. We know that guidelines and schedules can be difficult to understand, so this short video will prov...
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Posted on: August 18, 2022
The Solid Waste division of Roanoke County's General Services department provides curbside collection and bulk & brush collection for all residents, as well as personalized service for qualified individuals. Here's a look at our team...
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Posted on: August 18, 2022
Parenting can be a difficult journey. The Star City Family video series aims to provide deeper insight into parenting issues, and reassure parents they're not alone. In the first video of the series, we take a look at appropriate development for ...
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Posted on: August 11, 2022
Getting youth outdoors can inspire healthy lifestyles, social skills, and educational opportunities, but statistically fewer youth of color are involved. In this Roanoke Outside campfire chat, we talk to Xavier Duckett, who founded the Humble Hustle Compa...
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Posted on: July 27, 2022
The thousands of miles of hiking and biking trails in our region would not be possible without volunteers. In this Roanoke Outside Campfire Chat, we talk with Pathfinders for Greenways volunteer Brian Battieger, who has personally contributed over 5,000 h...
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Posted on: March 7, 2022
Did you know that lead poisoning is the nation's #1 preventable environmental health problem facing children today? The City of Roanoke's Lead Safe team works to eliminate lead hazards through a grant funded initiative. Watch this video ...
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