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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...

Routine Checkup at Uncovers Serious Heart Condition in 8-Year-old Dog

Louie, an 8-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel, is a loyal, happy, and lucky dog. A routine exam at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's Veterinary Teaching...

It’s Snow Joke – Citizens Invited To Name Roanoke’s Snowplows

As the City of Roanoke Fleet division is preparing for the upcoming winter, it is time to add a bit of fun to the...

How to Create a Safe and Comfortable Environment for Your Senior Cat

There are 46 million cat owners in the US, 46% of them classed as seniors. As cats age into their senior years, their needs...

Renovation Alliance Volunteers Rebuild Homes For Neighbors During Community Renovation Day

Renovation Alliance (RA) held its annual Community Renovation Day on Saturday, October 5th.  Approximately 150 volunteers participated in the service event to repair the homes of...

Protect Your Identity – Be Alert to Fraud and Scams

After a natural disaster, it is important to protect yourself against fraud and identity theft. In some cases, criminals may try to get information...

Virginia Department of Forestry Tree Seedling Store Now Open

Visit t BuyVATrees.com to browse 57 seedling species Every October the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) offers a wide variety of trees and shrubs for...