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Economy

A collection of 5 posts

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
Roanoke Regional Tourism Agency Faces Repeated Council Scrutiny Over Value, Leadership
Economy

Roanoke Regional Tourism Agency Faces Repeated Council Scrutiny Over Value, Leadership

City leaders say a new strategic plan for Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge should address what they see as a bloated board of directors.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Sep 3, 2024 • 4 min read
Is Roanoke's Regional Tourism Group Doing Enough for City? Some on Council Wonder.
Economy

Is Roanoke's Regional Tourism Group Doing Enough for City? Some on Council Wonder.

Roanoke City Council is revisiting its 10-year-old agreement with Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Jul 18, 2023 • 4 min read
Roanoke Has Branded Region As an Outdoor Sports Mecca. Is There Still Room To Grow?
Economy

Roanoke Has Branded Region As an Outdoor Sports Mecca. Is There Still Room To Grow?

Despite the influx of endurance sports, the Roanoke region’s outreach efforts face concerns about long-term growth — both in infrastructure and diversity.

  • Chad Braby
Chad Braby May 2, 2023 • 6 min read
'You're Lucky If One Shows Up To An Interview': Roanoke Valley Restaurants Among Hardest Hit By Pandemic-Era Labor Shortage
Economy

'You're Lucky If One Shows Up To An Interview': Roanoke Valley Restaurants Among Hardest Hit By Pandemic-Era Labor Shortage

In the Roanoke Valley, the struggle to find workers — particularly in food services — has led to inconveniences small and significant.

  • Henri Gendreau
Henri Gendreau Dec 22, 2021 • 5 min read
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