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Historic Roanoke City Public Schools building to transform into Community Empowerment Center
Read full article: Historic Roanoke City Public Schools building to transform into Community Empowerment CenterA nearly century-old building in Roanoke, known to many as the former main office of Roanoke City Public Schools, is set to undergo a major transformation. The site, however, holds deeper significance for the community as it originally served as an all-Black high school built in 1928. Roanoke City Public Schools held a ceremony Friday to commemorate its historical importance and celebrate its future as a Community Empowerment Center.
WATCH: Roanoke Mexican food truck to open brick-and-mortar location
Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke Mexican food truck to open brick-and-mortar locationAuthentic Mexican cooking is coming to Roanoke. Food truck โBirrireria La Vacaโ is opening their first brick and mortar in old southwest.
Roanoke Prepares for Saint Patrickโs Day Amid Weather Worries
Read full article: Roanoke Prepares for Saint Patrickโs Day Amid Weather WorriesRoanoke businesses, like Martin's Downtown and Six and Sky, are preparing for a bustling Saint Patrickโs Day celebration despite concerns about severe weather potentially impacting the events.
Roanokeโs Mill Mountain Theatre brings Waitress: The Musical to the Star City this March
Read full article: Roanokeโs Mill Mountain Theatre brings Waitress: The Musical to the Star City this MarchThe city of Roanoke invests nearly $340,000 each year to support local arts and culture, and one of the premier venues for experiencing this investment is Mill Mountain Theatre.
WATCH: Roanoke County teacher receives Virginia Teacher of the Year award
Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke County teacher receives Virginia Teacher of the Year awardHidden Valley High School Teacher Matt Neale is receiving praise after becoming a recipient of the Virginia Teacher of the Year Award for Region 6.
Working to improve birth outcomes for local mothers, new maternal health hub opens in Roanoke
Read full article: Working to improve birth outcomes for local mothers, new maternal health hub opens in RoanokeThe Roanoke Health Hub will serve as a centralized resource for pregnant and postpartum individuals, offering critical services such as perinatal care coordination, doula and lactation support, mental health social support services, peer support groups, crisis diaper bank programming, and strong partnerships/connections to essential community-based resources. The hub is designed to bridge the gap in maternal health disparities by ensuring that all familiesโespecially those facing systemic barriersโhave access to high-quality, community-centered care.
Sidewalks and pedestrian signals to transform busy Route 419 corridor near Oak Grove Center
Read full article: Sidewalks and pedestrian signals to transform busy Route 419 corridor near Oak Grove CenterSignificant changes are coming to 419 from Grandin Road Extension to Brambleton Avenue, a busy area with homes, businesses, and about 26,000 cars going through there every day.
Wawa set to announce โWestward Virginia Expansionโ plan, followed by groundbreaking in Lynchburg
Read full article: Wawa set to announce โWestward Virginia Expansionโ plan, followed by groundbreaking in LynchburgThe popular convenience store and gas station chain Wawa announced that it would be hosting a Community Partnership Event to officially introduce itself to the Roanoke Community and share more details about its first wave of โWestward Virginia Expansionโ on Tuesday, April 1.
Missing Roanoke woman found safe in Jacksonville, according to family
Read full article: Missing Roanoke woman found safe in Jacksonville, according to familyThe Roanoke Police Department is actively searching for Tiffany Hoose, a 23-year-old woman last seen on March 7 at Kentucky Avenue NW in Roanoke, Virginia.
WATCH: Vaccines vital as measles threat grows, Covid remains
Read full article: WATCH: Vaccines vital as measles threat grows, Covid remainsA Covid-19 milestone, it has been five years since the WHO declared it a global pandemic, but now measles is a top concern for public health, especially with low vaccination rates.
Warm weather brings pests out early
Read full article: Warm weather brings pests out earlyItโs not just tourists getting ready to visit this upcoming springโsome uninvited guests are making their way into town, too. Weโre talking about pests, and theyโre already clocking in for work.
Carilion Childrenโs seeks toy donations for hospitalized kids
Read full article: Carilion Childrenโs seeks toy donations for hospitalized kidsCarilion Childrenโs is reaching out to the community for help in replenishing their toy supply for children in the hospital. Donations are being accepted at Carilion Childrenโs Tanglewood Center now through March 31.
Victims of fatal Roanoke train incident identified
Read full article: Victims of fatal Roanoke train incident identifiedRoanoke police identified the victims as Jose Rodrigo Yanes Barahona, 9, and Maria Domitila Nolasco Martinez, 69, both of Roanoke. Another boy was with the victims but was not struck by the train.
Dirt covers vehicles in Southwest Virginia and around the Commonwealth
Read full article: Dirt covers vehicles in Southwest Virginia and around the CommonwealthThat dirt on your vehicle is actually from New Mexico and Texas. It was carried by winds across the U.S. When the dust mixed with rain, it created โmuddy rain,โ leaving cars covered with a messy residue. Touching the rain may have also felt sticky on your skin.
Roanoke's spring tourism: finding new paths amid closures and projects
Read full article: Roanoke's spring tourism: finding new paths amid closures and projectsThe Roanoke area, renowned for its outdoor amenities such as greenways and iconic hiking spots like McAfee Knob, has recently faced challenges due to storms, routine maintenance, and ongoing construction. These factors have led residents and visitors to seek alternate routes for their favorite outdoor destinations.
2025 Business Summit to be held at Roanokeโs Dumas Center Monday morning
Read full article: 2025 Business Summit to be held at Roanokeโs Dumas Center Monday morningThe 2025 Business Summit will be held in the Star City on Monday morning, aimed at ensuring small businesses have ample support and the necessary resources for success.
โOpening Up!โ: โWaitress: The Musicalโ Opens Wednesday
Read full article: โOpening Up!โ: โWaitress: The Musicalโ Opens WednesdayWhoโs up for a slice of pie? Mill Mountain Theatreโs โWaitress: The Musicalโ is โopening upโ Wednesday and serving up some delicious performances.
LFA Kids consignment sale offers budget-friendly shopping in Roanoke
Read full article: LFA Kids consignment sale offers budget-friendly shopping in RoanokeParents looking to save money while shopping for their kids are in luck. The biannual LFA Kids consignment sale is back in Roanoke, offering thousands of gently used items at a fraction of retail prices.
LFA Kidsโ Consignment Sale kicks off at Towers Shopping Center on Thursday
Read full article: LFA Kidsโ Consignment Sale kicks off at Towers Shopping Center on ThursdayThe LFA Kids Consignment Sale kicks off in the Star City on Thursday, giving families a chance to save big when shopping for their kids.
Celebrating Women's History Month with thriving women-owned businesses in Roanoke
Read full article: Celebrating Women's History Month with thriving women-owned businesses in RoanokeMarch is Womenโs History Month, and in downtown Roanoke, โgirl powerโ is more than just a phraseโitโs a business model. With over 30 women-owned businesses, these entrepreneurs are making significant strides, building a community, and proving that when women support women, amazing things happen.
WATCH: Carilion hosting electronics recycling event
Read full article: WATCH: Carilion hosting electronics recycling eventDo you have any electronics you need to get rid of? Youโll be able to do just that safely at Carillionโs electronics recycling day. You can bring things like phones, computer towers, power tools, exercise equipment and more.
Randy Travis brings โMore Lifeโ tour to Roanoke at the Berglund Center
Read full article: Randy Travis brings โMore Lifeโ tour to Roanoke at the Berglund CenterRandy Travis's "More Life" tour, featuring co-star James Duprรฉ, will showcase the country legend's greatest hits at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre in Roanoke on Oct. 25, 2025.
Tacos, margaritas, and more: TacoโRitas Festival to return to Roanokeโs Berglund Center on May 4
Read full article: Tacos, margaritas, and more: TacoโRitas Festival to return to Roanokeโs Berglund Center on May 4Tacos, margaritas and entertainmentโthis yearโs TacoโRitas Festival is set to be a flavor-packed event aiming to leave foodies in the Star City hungry for more.
Virginia speed cameras generate $34 million in fines statewide, report reveals
Read full article: Virginia speed cameras generate $34 million in fines statewide, report reveals579,085 drivers were caught blasting through school zones and construction sites across the state, bringing in almost $34 million in fines, according to a January 2025 Virginia State Police Department report.
Suspect facing first-degree murder charge in Isaac Cunningham case to be tried as an adult
Read full article: Suspect facing first-degree murder charge in Isaac Cunningham case to be tried as an adultA 15-year-old who was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the killing of 15-year-old Isaac Cunningham will be tried as an adult.
Roanoke considers new magnet school to alleviate pvercrowding
Read full article: Roanoke considers new magnet school to alleviate pvercrowdingRoanoke City high schools have a problem with overcrowding, and during a joint meeting between the Roanoke City School Board and the City Council, they plan on tackling this issue.
Roanoke considers new magnet school to alleviate overcrowding
Read full article: Roanoke considers new magnet school to alleviate overcrowdingRoanoke City high schools have a problem with overcrowding, and during a joint meeting between the Roanoke City School Board and the City Council, they plan on tackling this issue.
WATCH: Lord Botetourt girls, Northside boys, and George Wythe boys and girls all win Region titles Saturday
Read full article: WATCH: Lord Botetourt girls, Northside boys, and George Wythe boys and girls all win Region titles SaturdayWATCH: Lord Botetourt girls, Northside boys, and George Wythe boys and girls all win Region titles Saturday
Roanoke Valley kennels facing overpopulation issues
Read full article: Roanoke Valley kennels facing overpopulation issuesAn animal shelter or kennel is a great place for a dog or cat to stay if they need to get off the streets or if their owner isnโt able to take care of them. However, many shelters across Roanoke Valley are starting to face overpopulation issues for a plethora of reasons.