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Space Heater Safety

Join Brian Clingenpeel of Roanoke County Fire & Rescue as he gives some helpful and potentially life-saving tips on keeping your home safe while using a space heater.

Vinton & Water Authority Open House - Tuesday, January 25

Beginning in July, water and sewer service currently provided by the Town of Vinton will transition to the Western Virginia Water Authority. Learn more at an open house at Vinton War Memorial on Tuesday, January 25 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This is a drop-...

Burton Center For Arts & Technology

Burton Center for Arts & Technology is teaching students in Roanoke County necessary skills to be job-ready right out of high school. We spoke with principal, Christian Kish and Director of Career and Technical Education, Jason Suhr about how these st...

Roanoke Park Investments Update

The City of Roanoke is making continued investments in its parks system. In this updated segment from Inside Roanoke, learn what steps are being taken to improve facilities such as playgrounds and tennis courts throughout the city.

CORTRAN - Roanoke County's Transportation Service for Elderly & Disabled

Over the past year, Roanoke County has made some significant changes to CORTRAN. If you're an elderly or disabled citizen in need of local transportation, find out how to take part in this program.

Dr. Cheryl Hartman - Roanoke's 2021 Citizen of the Year

In December, the City of Roanoke honored Carilion Clinic's Dr. Cheryl Hartman as Citizen of the Year, for tremendous lifelong efforts to better the community. In her career, Hartman has focused on preventing teen dropout, pregnancy and obesity. A...

Roanoke County Economic Development Year in Review - 2021

Although 2021 was a challenging year for businesses, Roanoke County Economic Development was able to celebrate grand openings, expansions, and several big announcements. Join Director of Economic Development Jill Loope as she recaps some of the highlights...

RND Coffee Vinton

RND Coffee recently expanded to the Town of Vinton. We spoke with brothers Steffon and Quincy Randolph to learn more about their expertise in food and coffee hospitality and what makes RND Coffee in Vinton a unique experience.

Neely's Accounting Services

Neely's Accounting Services just recently opened its third location in the area on Brambleton Avenue in Roanoke County. We sat down with Chuck Neely, CEO, to learn more about services they offer and why they chose to expand to Brambleton Avenue.

Roanoke Parks & Rec 100 Miler Now Enrolling

Each January, hundreds of people in the Roanoke Valley commit to tracking their activity levels for 100 days with the goal of reaching a total of 100 miles. Walk, run, or hike your way to 100 miles, or substitute one mile for a 30-minute, human-powered ac...

Roanoke's E-911 Community Involvement Team

What's it like to work in Roanoke's Emergency 911 Center?  The Community Involvement team is looking for education and outreach opportunities to inform the public and encourage recruitment for this exciting career. These dedicat...

Market Galley Thriving in New Downtown Roanoke Location

The Market Gallery has moved to a new location on Campbell Ave in downtown Roanoke. It's the longest continuously running gallery in town, and full of spectacular works from local artists. In this episode of BizRoanoke, we learn about how the ben...

Recycle Right - RDS Facility Tour

What happens to your recycling after you drop it in the bin? Most of the Virginia's Blue Ridge region's reusable waste is processed at RDS (Recycling and Disposal Solutions). Find out how recycling is sorted, and learn what you can do be...

Roanoke County Police Traffic Division - Civic Service Episode 2

Running radar... screeching tires... and making traffic stops... It’s all just another day on the job with the Roanoke County Police Department’s Traffic Division. On this episode of Civic Service, find out just what it takes to keep o...

BizRoanoke - Sweets by Shaneice

There's a sweet new place for custom cakes and cupcakes! Sweets by Shaneice started out as a hobby and has blossomed into a business in downtown Roanoke.

Belmont-Fallon Neighborhood Video

What makes the Belmont-Fallon Neighborhood in Southeast Roanoke so unique? In this first video from the "Our Neighborhood - Our Roanoke" series, we take a look at how traditional neighborhood design, a great network of parks and a strong sense o...

Local Vinton Business Decorates the White House for Christmas

A local Vinton floral shop made headlines this holiday season by getting selected to decorate the White House for Christmas. Learn more about how Creative Occasions can provide full service design and arrangement for your next event.

Rustic Creations Brings Local Décor to the Town of Vinton

Shopping local is more important this Holiday Season than ever before! Rustic Creations recently relocated to downtown Vinton, providing a great place to shop for handmade decorations, Amish furniture and other home décor. In this segment from ...

New Plant Business in Roanoke Focuses on Education

You can purchase plants anywhere, but will they thrive in your environment? In this episode of BizRoanoke we get an inside look at Gatewood Rose, a new business that will not only help you find the perfect plant for your home - but provide the education y...

Roanoke County Public Safety Academy - Now Enrolling for 2022

Learn how Roanoke County's public safety departments work behind the scenes to carry out their important mission. The 2022 Public Safety Academy is now accepting applications! This exciting workshop series is both educational and exciting, featuring hands...

No Need to Speed - Brandon Avenue Improvements

Brandon Avenue near Towers Shopping Center was identified by the City of Roanoke as an area of concern for pedestrian safety, including fatalities in recent years. Thanks to a recent re-pavement and marking effort, this area is now more friendly to bikes ...

J & J Fashions

"We are in the know from head to toe." That's the slogan at J & J Fashions located in The Forum Shopping Center on Starkey Road in Roanoke County. Owner Sheila Copenhaver tells us about all the fashionable women&am...

Bring Your Bag, Keep Your Change - New City of Roanoke Bag Tax

Beginning on January 1, 2022, a five-cent ($0.05) tax will be instituted on the sale of disposable plastic bags provided to customers in grocery stores, convenience stores, and drugstores in the City of Roanoke. It's a tax you don't have...

Romping with the Rescues from RCACP

The Roanoke Center for Animal Care and Protection has partnered with Angels of Assisi to introduce a new series of programs showcasing rescue animals available for adoption.

New Bike Lanes Near Towers Shopping Center

Recent pavement markings added by the City of Roanoke on Brandon Avenue and Colonial Avenue will make it easier and safer for both drivers and bicyclists to share the road. In this video from Ride Solutions and the City of Roanoke's Transportatio...

Watch Roanoke County's 2021 State of the County Address

Presented by the Roanoke Regional Chamber, Roanoke County held the annual State of the County Address on November 10, 2021. Board of Supervisors Chair P. Jason Peters updated the business community on the county's accomplishments and plans for the future....

Dangers of Delta 8 Look-alike Packaging

Some forms of Delta 8 Edibles (THC) can now be legally purchased in Virginia. Roanoke County Police Chief Howard Hall and Nancy Hans from the Roanoke County Prevention Council talk about the dangers these products pose to individuals and children due to t...

Infant Sleep Safety - A Medical Examiners Perspective

Last year 20% of infant deaths in Virginia resulted from unsafe sleep practices. In this announcement from the Virginia Department of Health and Virginia Department of Social Services, find out from a state medical examiner why sleep safety is so importan...

Roanoke Adventure Dogs - Go on a Field Trip with a RCACP Pup

Go on a field trip with a shelter dog from the Roanoke Center for Animal Care and Protection! It's a great way to reduce the stress of these animals, or try out a new friend for potential adoption.

Roanoke Go Fest 2021 Recap

Cyclocross Returns to Fallon Park - GoCross 2021

What is Cyclocross bike racing, and why is it thriving in Roanoke, Virginia? Get an inside look at the race with this year's organizers and participants. Plus awesome racing and drone footage of the event. Thanks to Roanoke Outside and Visit Virg...

Platform Camping at Explore Park

Blue Mountain Adventures offers a unique camping experience at Roanoke County's Explore Park. In this GEAR UP segment from Roanoke outside, we take a look at several elevated campsites which offer spectacular river views and an exciting tree top ...

Vinton Public Works Featured on Civic Service

The Vinton Public Works Department keeps the town's roads, water and public infrastructure running smoothly. In this episode of Civic Service, we go behind the scenes as a skilled crew works to replace a stormwater drain.

How to Stand Up Paddleboard

Welcome to SUP for beginners! In this GearUp segment from Roanoke Outside, we travel to Carvins Cove and get a tutorial on how to paddleboard from the pros at Roanoke Parks and Recreation.

Mountain Bike Trail Development in Virginia's Blue Ridge

Virginia’s Blue Ridge is truly America’s East Coast mountain biking capital. In this  Roanoke Outside campfire chat, we talk with Stuart Lamanna, president of Blue Ridge Offroad Cyclists about what makes this region so unique,...

Blueways - Roanoke Outside Campfire Chat

Our region’s rivers were long overlooked as a recreational resource, but new cooperative efforts are changing that mindset. The Roanoke River Blueway was recently ranked one of the top urban waterways in the nation by USA Today. In this campfire...

Appalachian Trail - Roanoke Outside Campfire Chat

Our region is one of the most popular sections of the Appalachian Trail thanks to stunning vistas, easy access and proximity to a large metro area. In this campfire chat, we talk with Andrew Downs from the Appalachian Trail Conservancy about the ongoing e...

Greenways - Roanoke Outside Campfire Chat

Regional Greenways Coordinator Liz Belcher just retired after over 25 years building trails. In this campfire chat presented by Roanoke Outside, we look back at her legacy, learn how greenways are built, their community impact, and preview what’...