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PARK Roanoke Announces Transition to Gateless Parking System at Center in the Square Garage
PARK Roanoke has announced an innovative upgrade to the Center in the Square parking garage. Starting Monday, May 13, construction will begin to transform the facility into a modern, gateless parking operation. This enhancement aims at improving the customer experience and operational performance. During the initial phase of install, patrons will continue to use the […]
Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office hosts its first Special Olympics Virginia fundraiser
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — On Saturday, May 11, the Roanoke City’s Sheriff’s Office hosted its third annual “Cover the Cruiser” and “Tip the Deputy” fundraiser. The events kicked off the department’s first fundraiser of the year for Special Olympics Virginia. On Saturday,...
Navigate through tough feelings on Mothers’ Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Mothers’ Day is Sunday, May 12. Many people may have a good relationship with their moms, but others have more complicated ones. Licensed Professional Holly Humphreys joined Here @ Home to talk through some of the emotions people may want to shy away from. She...
Skies cleared in time for the northern light show
[ 📲 DOWNLOAD THE FIRST ALERT WEATHER APP FOR UPDATED RADAR AND WEATHER ALERTS ]. We have been pleasantly swamped with hundreds of photos from Friday night’s northern light show. Thank you! [Read our breakout story for the details on what’s happening.] We will show even more of them in the coming newscasts and days ahead after we process them all.
Residents Near Mountain Valley Pipeline Say Details Are Scarce
In spite of assurances from builders of the Mountain Valley Pipeline that it’s ready for service, some residents of a Virginia community want more answers. At Bent Mountain, Virginia, construction crews are working on the Mountain Valley Pipeline to begin operation in the next few weeks. It’s been several...
'Earn that role:' Virginia Tech's commencement offers message of optimism for graduates
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WSET) — Seniors in Blacksburg began the morning as eager students but finished the day as excited graduates. Thousands of people gathered to celebrate Virginia Tech's graduation commencement on Friday. Students told ABC 13 they were thrilled to step out of student life and into their next...
Here @ Home has gift ideas for mom this Mothers’ Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Show mom how much you love her with a special gift purchased at a store that offers something for every mom. Voted as Roanoke’s favorite local wine shop in the Roanoker Magazine, we chat with owner Brian Powell about this fun local shop. Wine Gourmet...
How Virginia Tech’s summer break impacts local businesses
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - With Virginia Tech students making up a large part of Blacksburg’s population, they are the driver for many local businesses. However, in the summer, the population in the town decreases, which also leads to a decrease in people spending money. ”If your targeted population is...
Vinton District GOP Primary For County Supervisor: Tim Greenway Candidate Q & A
In keeping with the mission of The Roanoke Star.com to help contribute to an informed and active citizenry, below is a candidate Q&A for the Roanoke County’s Vinton District GOP primary. Each of Roanoke County’s five districts is home to about 19,200 people. Early voting began May 3 and the final day to vote will […]
Montgomery Museum of Art & History’s annual ‘Arts Loves NRV Market’ returns in June
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– The Montgomery Museum of Art & History is hosting its annual Arts Loves NRV Market in Downtown Christiansburg on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8. The event will have over 30 regional art and craft vendors with artwork for sale, local art demonstrators on...
Virginia Tech Police Department to host annual hot dog luncheon for Special Olympics
BLACKSBURG, Va. – The Virginia Tech Police Department’s annual hot dog luncheon for the Special Olympics is just days away. Each year, the university’s police department hosts a luncheon to raise money for Special Olympics Virginia. Located at the public safety building on campus, people can come...
Around the Way with EJ: Bryan Stinespring
ROANOKE, Va. – He’s a highly respected coach who’s been tasked with the leading a new charge of revitalizing Roanoke College Football. Bryan Stinespring has decades of experience on the sidelines with stops at Virginia Tech, Delaware, and VMI, just to name a few. Now the challenge...
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