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PedalSafe ROA Announces 2025 Bike Month Events

PedalSafe ROA, a Roanoke-based safe cycling advocacy non-profit, is hosting four events in May to celebrate National Bike Month. Everyone is invited to attend and experience the benefits of...

LEAP and the City of Roanoke launch Solarize Roanoke

City of Roanoke residents are invited to take advantage of the SolarizeVA program that launched...

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...

Are You A Person With A Disability?

Would a home modification such as a ramp, grab bars, railings, etc. help you to remain independent in your home?  Blue Ridge Independent Living...

Red Cross Reminds Everyone to TEST Smoke Alarms / TURN Clocks Back!

Working smoke alarms cut risk of home fire deaths in half Daylight saving time ends on November 3 and the American Red Cross encourages...

What Are the Best Cities Near Roanoke for Retirement?

Here’s Where to Find Luxury Living and Great Assisted Care Roanoke might be your home base, but when it comes to retiring or finding...

Roanoke Mayoral Candidate Response: Merrie Turner

To help promote an informed citizenry, The Roanoke Star asked the candidates running to be Roanoke City’s next mayor the following question. What do you believe...

Why Open Conversations About Mental Health Matter for Teens

Mental health has become a critical topic of discussion, especially for teenagers navigating the challenges of adolescence. The teenage years are filled with emotional,...

HOPE Heat Resilience Poster Display Highlights Grant’s Impact on Northwest Roanoke

From high schoolers measuring heat and presenting their findings on the national stage to churchgoers discussing Bible based responses to urban heat; from murals...