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LEAP and the City of Roanoke launch Solarize Roanoke

City of Roanoke residents are invited to take advantage of the SolarizeVA program that launched on Tuesday, April 15th! Adding solar power to your home is easier and more affordable...

Brandon Oaks Auxiliary Announces Annual Spring Sale

The Brandon Oaks Auxiliary is excited to announce its upcoming Spring Sale on Friday, May...

2025 Legislative Wrap-Up Set for April 22 in Salem

The best way to understand what happened during Virginia’s 2025 General Assembly Session is by...

Roanoke Wildlife Center Turns Recycled Cans into Wildlife Support

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is thrilled to announce their new recycling initiative, Cans for...

Nominations Open for Leadership Roanoke Valley Class of 2026

Leadership Roanoke Valley (LRV) is accepting nominations through May 1st for its class of 2026....

Fairy Stone State Park closes main campground for 2025 season, cabins and equestrian campground to remain open

STUART, Va. – Fairy Stone State Park’s main campground, which is typically open from the first Friday in March until the first Monday in...

Stay Warm Today: Community Support Centers Open

Following this past week's inclement weather and cold temperatures, the City of Roanoke reminds residents of available Community Support Centers for those seeking warmth: ...

Northern Virginia Master Gardeners recognized for youth education programs

Extension Master Gardeners received the 2024 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Award for a program focused on horticulture education within the public school system. The...

Nominate your favorite agricultural icon to appear on the State Fair ‘Ag Superheroes’ trading cards

DOSWELL—A new roster of Virginia’s agricultural icons will be immortalized on collectible trading cards at this year’s State Fair of Virginia. For the third year,...

Engineering Giving Day donors offer challenge to inspire the next generation of Hokies

Spanning three generations of Virginia Tech alumni, the May family donates $50,000 to encourage participation in Giving Day 2025. Over 60 years after Joe T....

Farm Bureau Young Farmers Expo to be held in Franklin County

The 2025 Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers Winter Expo will take place Feb. 21-23 in Franklin County. VFBF Young Farmers is a leadership development and networking program for...