back to top

Community

Roanoke Valley Preservation Awards Set for Nov. 19

The Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation celebrates the efforts of individuals, non-profit organizations, community groups, and educational institutions to promote the awareness and preservation of our historic, cultural, and natural...

Youngkin Celebrates 2025 Volunteerism & Community Service Awards Honorees

Governor Glenn Youngkin recognized eleven Virginians and organizations for their outstanding contributions to service and...

Sweet potatoes or yams: What’s really on your Thanksgiving table?

It's harvest season for sweet potatoes in Virginia. Across the southeast, farmers are busy pulling...

Virginia NICA Riders Claim 25 Podiums to Close Out the Season

Over the weekend of November 8–9, athletes and teams from 11 states competed in the...

Youngkin Starts Statewide Food Drive for Shutdown-Affected Virginians

Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday announced the launch of the Virginia Cares Initiative, a Commonwealth-wide food...

WVTF helps bring community radio to Northwest Roanoke

Tune a Roanoke Valley radio to 96.9 FM and supple jazz melodies play. Soon that music will be joined by community programming catering to...

Blue Ridge TWENTY28 Dominates Gateway Cup With Omnium and Stage Wins

As the country paused to celebrate the grit and ingenuity of American workers, our crew clocked in at the Gateway Cup—four days of racing...

Roanoke County Schools Host Fall Meetings on Digital Safety and Student Mental Health

Roanoke County Public Schools is encouraging parents to attend four important community meetings this fall concerning student safety and mental health issues. Three meetings, in...

Hokies open the season Sunday against No. 13 South Carolina

Game details Virginia Tech opens its season Sunday afternoon against No. 13 South Carolina in the Aflac Kickoff Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The...

Youngkin Highlights Higher Test Scores Across Virginia Schools

Governor Glenn Youngkin and Secretary of Education Aimee Rogstad Guidera yesterday joined State Superintendent of Public Instruction Emily Anne Gullickson and leaders from the...

Food Truck Thursday Is Back at Walrond Park Thursday, September 4

Roanoke County welcomes back Food Truck Thursday to Walrond Park on Thursday, September 4 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. In addition to mouthwatering food,...