Piney River
Piney River, VA · Food & Drink
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One Unassuming West Virginia Diner Is Winning Over Everyone Who Tries Its Breakfast
You know a breakfast is good when the table gets suspiciously quiet. That’s what happens at this West Virginia diner, where plates arrive loaded with the kind of breakfast that makes everyone suddenly very focused on their own fork. Golden pancakes, fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, biscuits begging for a...
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Nonprofit Ursula’s cafe announces closure after five years
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Ursula’s Cafe, a nonprofit cafe and community space, announced its plans to close in the spring of 2027 after five years of serving the downtown Roanoke community. Owners of the cafe say they have struggled over the past year with balancing the location and their personal lives. “When we started Ursula’s […]
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Former Mac and Bob’s owner shares his brother’s story from 9/11
SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – Bob Rotanz owned Mac and Bob’s in Salem for 45 years. He considered himself the oddball out, as he came from a family of first responders. That included his older brother, Richard Rotanz Jr. (Rich), who served in the New York City Fire Department before becoming the deputy director of emergency […]
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Wawa cuts the ribbon in Salem; more stores in the region are coming
Wawa has been in Virginia for more than 25 years, with more than 135 of its convenience stores and fuel stations in the Commonwealth – but has only started to expand into the western part of the state. This morning they cut a ribbon on West Main Street in Salem, giving away free t-shirts and coffee. The Pennsylvania-based chain has plans to open 30 more Wawa’s in Western Virginia over the next five years. The opening this morning included a hoagie-building contests between local police and fire departments, and a donation made to Feeding Southwest Virginia. Wawa has plans for 60 stores in the I-81 market over the next 10 years, averaging more than 7.5 million dollars investment per location. Each store will employ around 35 associates on average. Kim Dowgielewicz is director of Wawa store operations in Virginia:
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Wawa provides sneak peek to invited guests, city officials before Salem location opens
SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – Wawa has called Virginia home for almost 30 years, but the franchise has yet to arrive in Southwest Virginia. That’s set to change, as the new Wawa in Salem welcomed people inside for the first time. “Customers that live west would happen to be traveling, or they would be talking to […]
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Salem Wawa to hold opening ceremony on Thursday
SALEM, Va. – Wawa has arrived in the Roanoke Valley, and the first 250 customers through the doors will receive a free T-shirt!. The new location is at 1941 W Main Street in Salem, and it opens on Thursday at 8 a.m. The location held “Taste of Wawa” on...
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Most People Have No Idea There’s A Hidden Restaurant Inside This Stunning Virginia Mansion
There are secrets, and then there are secrets worth keeping, and the Summit Restaurant in Christiansburg, Virginia falls firmly into the second category, except that it’s too good to keep to yourself for very long. It’s a full-service fine dining restaurant operating inside a genuine Victorian mansion, and most...
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'Snoopin’ Around Bedford' campaign draws visitors downtown, supports local businesses
The 'Snoopin’ Around Bedford' scavenger hunt wrapped up Aug. 7 after a month of encouraging residents and visitors to explore downtown Bedford businesses, attractions and cultural destinations while celebrating several community milestones. The campaign, spearheaded by Bedford resident Ann DeLong, coincided with the 25th anniversary of the National D-Day...
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This Tiny Virginia Drive-In Has Been Slinging The State’s Best Burgers Since 1939
Some places don’t need a neon sign, a social media strategy, or a celebrity chef to earn their legendary status. Dude’s Drive-In in Christiansburg, Virginia has been doing things its own way for decades, and the locals wouldn’t have it any other way. There’s something almost rebellious...
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People Drive From All Over Virginia For The Fried Chicken At This Beloved Roadside Restaurant
Tucked along a winding country road in the mountains of southwest Virginia sits a farmhouse that draws families across county lines and beyond. Weekends bring long waits, packed porches, and platters of food so generous that leftovers become the next day’s lunch. This spot recently reopened under new ownership...
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Taco Fest proceeds benefit Roanoke nonprofit Huddle Up Moms
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Elmwood Park transformed into a fundraising hub Saturday as Taco Fest returned to serve up local eats for a charitable cause. All proceeds from the event will benefit Huddle Up Moms, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting mothers through education, connection, and resources. “All of the...
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Vineyard has customers as part of wine-making process
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Hometown Eats: Vinton Cafe
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - If you ask anyone in eastern Roanoke County, they’ll tell you about a special pride that comes from living in Vinton. And one of the things they’re most proud of is the restaurant that bears the town’s name. We’re stopping by the Vinton Café in this week’s Hometown Eats.
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Taco Fest returns this Saturday at Elmwood Park to support Huddle Up Moms
The 5th annual Taco Fest at Elmwood Park this Saturday is an opportunity to support Huddle Up Moms, the Roanoke-based nonprofit that provides a safety net for new and expectant mothers. Plus, who doesn’t like Tacos? Borne after a women’s summit one-day event, Huddle Up Moms has grown and now has a storefront support shop and diaper bank in downtown Roanoke, not to mention other programs that let’s new mothers that may also be struggling financially that they are not alone. Taco Fest this Saturday , which features a number of taco vendors and other food trucks, also includes live music all day, a kids zone and more. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
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New coffee and espresso shop debuts at JBohnBishop Mercantile in Moneta
A new coffee and espresso shop has opened inside JBohnBishop Mercantile in Moneta, bringing two entrepreneurs’ visions to life in a tasty way. Margie’s Coffee Spot is owned and operated by Margaret Bryant, who previously operated the Curbside Creamery coffee truck in downtown Moneta. When the coffee truck’s owner relocated outside the area, Bryant decided to venture out on her own.
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Season Is Here — and Roanoke’s Local Cafes Are Ready
Starbucks launched its annual fall drinks menu on August 25, returning the Pumpkin Spice Latte alongside a broader seasonal lineup that many treat as the unofficial start of autumn. Three beverages are new to the menu this year. The Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso combines Blonde Espresso shaken with brown...