History The Woman From Roanoke Whose Cells Are Helping Shape Medicine Again Doctors stole her cells without telling her. Decades later, those same cells are helping fuel a new race to save patients with rare and deadly diseases. As U.S. regulators move to speed up cutting-edge gene therapies, the story of a young woman from Roanoke — and the cells taken
History Ollie Howie Community Day in Roanoke, VA Ollie Howie Community Day turns a hometown kid’s journey into a blueprint for what a city can do together. From pastors and parents to students and local legends, the day lifts up ordinary people doing extraordinary work, mentoring teens, funding scholarships, and feeding neighbors, the celebration shows how one
History As America Turns 250, Roanoke Valley Reflects on Its Revolutionary Roots Frontier settlers in Southwest Virginia joined the call for independence months before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Roanoke, VA Author: Roanoke Rambler Staff Published: 2:01 AM EST May 20, 2026 Edited: 2:02 AM EST May 20, 2026 ROANOKE, VA. — As Virginia and the nation prepare to mark
History History Takes a Hit: Wrecking Ball Swings as Advocates Try to Stave Off More Demolition "Preservation shouldn't depend on who shows up at the last minute," said a local advocate.
History Strand Theatre Revival Brings Music Back to Henry Street On Saturday, Gainsboro advocates will celebrate the old Strand, the Ebony Club and other Henry Street entertainment landmarks with music, stories and food.
History The Rise and Fall of Robert Jeffrey Jr. This is an account of Jeffrey’s ascent to power in Roanoke, and his swift downfall across two criminal trials last week.
