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Feb 26, 2025 · Roanoke may need to slash millions in city spending as City Manager Valmarie Turner warns of a tighter-than-normal budget. Above, Turner at her swearing-in ceremony in …

18 hours ago · Looking ahead. 11 a.m. — Martin's St. Pat's Street Party 2025 with headliner Cowboy Mouth at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). features 11 Bands …

18 hours ago · Superintendent Verletta White said the school district would have to cut positions if it does not receive an expected $6.7 million increase in city funds next fiscal year. Above, …

Feb 12, 2025 · Sunday, February 16. 11 a.m. to noon — Yoga at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Dog Bowl Market at Black Dog Salvage …

18 hours ago · Welcome to the inaugural edition of our new food column, Corner Booth, where each month Layla Khoury-Hanold will guide us through what’s happening in Roanoke’s food …

Feb 18, 2025 · Evelyn Powers was sworn into office Tuesday to fill a two-year Roanoke City Council seat, a week after Council initially deadlocked on making the appointment. PHOTO BY …

Jan 29, 2025 · Have a Happening? Does your business want to sponsor a newsletter? Reach out to us at [email protected] with “Happening” in the subject line. Have fun! This …

Nov 20, 2024 · Friday, November 22. 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30) — Live music: Mariee Siou with Donnie CoCo at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke).Find more information and …

Jan 15, 2025 · Friday, January 17. 8 to 10 a.m. — 2025 Annual Meeting & Networking Breakfast presented by the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke …