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City Hall

Roanoke Is Paying Richmond Lobbying Firm $6,000 Monthly To Pursue Casino Deal

The city will need to beat long odds at the moment to get a casino license.

City Hall

Turnover Tension Grips Roanoke City Hall As Two Key Figures Depart

City Attorney Tim Spencer is retiring March 1 and Finance Director Margaret Lindsey’s last day was Monday.

Politics

As Rasoul Explores Run For Congress, Macy Responds That She's Not a 'Career Politician'

An expected redistricting referendum next year could bring new opportunities and alter the status quo.

Housing

Roanoke Zoning Debate Isn't Over — and Could Seep into 2026 Council Race

A zoning overhaul that prompted litigation remains an issue that will extend into 2026.

Legal

Roanoke Federal Courthouse Was Renamed for Civil Rights Leader Reuben Lawson. Then His Name Disappeared.

When Lawson's name will be reinstalled is unclear as a project that faces complications is dealt with by the GSA.

Politics

Council Approves Wish List With a Dissent as Casino Plan Proceeds on a 'Different Path'

Councilman Nick Hagen voted against the city and schools state legislative requests as he joins Terry McGuire opposing a casino.

Business

Roanoke Strip Club Can Reopen Without Zoning Board Action, Building Permit Issued

A $50,000 renovation is ongoing as a plan to reopen a club on Franklin Road progresses, according to city records.

Business

Will Airport Expansion Fly? Land Sale Remains a Question as $7 million Study Sought

The price of the property - part of the former Countryside Golf Course - is a component of the talks, a city official said.

Politics

Beth Macy Enters Race for Congress Blasting Ben Cline and Saying Enough Is Enough

Democratic candidates are lining up to get a chance to run against incumbent Republican Ben Cline.

Education

Roanoke School Funding Percentage to Drop If Draft Policy Is Approved by Council

A task force is meeting as a debate revolves around a consultant's report and how much money the school system deserves.

City Hall

'Some Tough Decisions' Ahead as Consultant Gives Reality Check on Roanoke Finances

The city paid PFM Group to take an independent look at what the next five years may bring.

Business

Substance Abuse Treatment Clinic at Valley View Gets a No From Roanoke Commission

The opposition included the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Politics

Hash Wins Roanoke Sheriff Race Handily, Rasoul and McNamara Reelected to State House

After an eventful race with Republican James Creasy, Sheriff Antonio Hash said his campaign didn't need to "sling mud."

Politics

Concerns Raised About Creasy Address, Hash-led Operations as Roanoke Sheriff Race Closes

Voters will elect incumbent Sheriff Antonio Hash, a Democrat, or Republican James Creasy next week.

Politics

In Blue and Red Roanoke Valley Districts, Challengers Seek to Disrupt the Expected

Candidates in the Roanoke-related contests are competing amid the attention-seeking blitz of statewide races.

Business

Roanoke Vice Mayor Says No Dice on Casino, Vinton Officials Say They're Good with Rosie's

Where Roanoke's pursuit of a casino license goes from here remains to be seen.

Homelessness

Debate Over Homelessness Finds a Flash Point: A City Bench in South Roanoke.

Residents' frustrations are growing as a new task force begins its discussions toward new solutions.

Business

Roanoke Bets on a Casino To Transform Berglund Center

Whether there's a jackpot for the city at the end of the process remains to be seen.