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Once Roanoke's Sleepy Blue-Collar Neighbor, Vinton Tries Making Itself a Hip Destination
Economy

Once Roanoke's Sleepy Blue-Collar Neighbor, Vinton Tries Making Itself a Hip Destination

Big things have been happening in Vinton, where $50 million in investment since 2015 has filled once-empty buildings with new restaurants and retail businesses.

  • Ralph Berrier Jr.
Ralph Berrier Jr. Nov 19, 2024 • 11 min read
As Cobb Is Elected Mayor, Roanoke City Council Is Poised To Appoint a New Member
Politics

As Cobb Is Elected Mayor, Roanoke City Council Is Poised To Appoint a New Member

David Bowers has until Monday to request a recount, though an analysis of recounts nationwide shows it's unlikely to change the outcome.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Nov 19, 2024 • 5 min read
These Maps Show Where Roanoke Mayoral, City Council Candidates Found Support
Politics

These Maps Show Where Roanoke Mayoral, City Council Candidates Found Support

New data show how well candidates for mayor and City Council performed across Roanoke’s diverse neighborhoods.

  • Roanoke Rambler
Roanoke Rambler Nov 19, 2024 • 2 min read
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/20 to 11/27.
Happenings

Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/20 to 11/27.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to.

  • Lindsey Hull
Lindsey Hull Nov 19, 2024 • 10 min read
'Unfounded': Virginia Museum of Transportation Says Probe Finds Nonprofit Accounted for State Grant Money
Investigation

'Unfounded': Virginia Museum of Transportation Says Probe Finds Nonprofit Accounted for State Grant Money

Some board members who resigned in June said they remain skeptical that the museum is in good hands.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Nov 12, 2024 • 5 min read
Cobb Expands Lead To 69 Votes Over Bowers As Roanoke Mayor's Race Nears Finish Line
Politics

Cobb Expands Lead To 69 Votes Over Bowers As Roanoke Mayor's Race Nears Finish Line

The city’s electoral board must certify the final results by Friday, but a recount may be likely.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Nov 12, 2024 • 6 min read
Ramblings: City Seeks In-River Kayak Park Builder; Goodwill Grocery Store Opens; Schools Eye Construction Completion
Ramblings

Ramblings: City Seeks In-River Kayak Park Builder; Goodwill Grocery Store Opens; Schools Eye Construction Completion

What are Ramblings? Ramblings are a collection of short items that have caught our attention for one reason or another.

  • Roanoke Rambler
Roanoke Rambler Nov 12, 2024 • 5 min read
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/13 to 11/20.
Happenings

Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/13 to 11/20.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to.

  • Lindsey Hull
Lindsey Hull Nov 12, 2024 • 11 min read
Roanoke Mayor's Race Too Close To Call As Bowers Holds 19-Vote Lead Over Cobb
Politics

Roanoke Mayor's Race Too Close To Call As Bowers Holds 19-Vote Lead Over Cobb

It could take another week before Roanoke residents learn who their next mayor is.

  • Ralph Berrier Jr.
  • Henri Gendreau
Ralph Berrier Jr., Henri Gendreau Nov 6, 2024 • 5 min read
Republican Wins First Roanoke City Council Seat Since 2000 As Wave of Young Leaders Elected
Politics

Republican Wins First Roanoke City Council Seat Since 2000 As Wave of Young Leaders Elected

Republican Nick Hagen and Democrats Terry McGuire and Phazhon Nash represent a wave of younger leaders elected to Roanoke City Council.

  • Henri Gendreau
  • Ralph Berrier Jr.
Henri Gendreau, Ralph Berrier Jr. Nov 6, 2024 • 4 min read
Ramblings: Judge Upholds Roanoke Limits on Guns; Council Adopts State Law Wish List; City Has Poor Health Data
Ramblings

Ramblings: Judge Upholds Roanoke Limits on Guns; Council Adopts State Law Wish List; City Has Poor Health Data

What are Ramblings? Ramblings are a collection of short items that have caught our attention for one reason or another.

  • Roanoke Rambler
Roanoke Rambler Nov 6, 2024 • 4 min read
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/6 to 11/13.
Happenings

Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 11/6 to 11/13.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to.

  • Lindsey Hull
Lindsey Hull Nov 6, 2024 • 11 min read
Cobb Leads Roanoke Mayor's Race By Double Digits, Roanoke College Poll Shows
Politics

Cobb Leads Roanoke Mayor's Race By Double Digits, Roanoke College Poll Shows

For City Council, Democrats Terry McGuire and Phazhon Nash lead the field, with the third open seat statistically close.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Oct 29, 2024 • 4 min read
New Coffee Shops Keep Percolating in Roanoke's Old Southwest Neighborhood
Food

New Coffee Shops Keep Percolating in Roanoke's Old Southwest Neighborhood

From a focus on in-season beans to a coffee shop and bakery, Roanoke's Old Southwest neighborhood is getting new places to java.

  • Amy Loeffler
Amy Loeffler Oct 29, 2024 • 6 min read
3 in 4 Roanoke Voters Say New Council Should Pick Next City Manager: Roanoke College Poll
Politics

3 in 4 Roanoke Voters Say New Council Should Pick Next City Manager: Roanoke College Poll

The poll gauged voters on various local issues, including on reforms that ended single-family-only zoning and potential development of Evans Spring.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Oct 29, 2024 • 4 min read
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 10/30 to 11/6.
Happenings

Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 10/30 to 11/6.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to.

  • Lindsey Hull
Lindsey Hull Oct 29, 2024 • 15 min read
FarmBurguesa Among Roanoke Area Restaurants Targeted with Criminal Meals Tax Charges
Business

FarmBurguesa Among Roanoke Area Restaurants Targeted with Criminal Meals Tax Charges

As part of the enforcement, authorities recently conducted a “till tap” by visiting a city eatery unannounced to seize register cash.

  • Jeff Sturgeon
Jeff Sturgeon Oct 22, 2024 • 4 min read
Election 2024: Our Complete Coverage of Roanoke Mayoral and City Council Races
Politics

Election 2024: Our Complete Coverage of Roanoke Mayoral and City Council Races

Find the information you need to make an informed decision in our compendium of the 2024 races for Roanoke mayor and City Council.

  • Roanoke Rambler
Roanoke Rambler Oct 22, 2024 • 8 min read
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