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Rustburg, VA · Business
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Adversity forges success: How Homestead Creamery beat the odds
Have you heard the joke about the banker who was happy when a business lost $50,000 in a month?. That’s because it had been losing $60,000 a month, David Bower said jokingly. He’s co-founder of Homestead Creamery in Wirtz, Va. The founders of Homestead Creamery and the company’s...
NRVNews
DBI Announces Opening of The Local
Downtown Blacksburg, Inc. (DBI) is proud to announce the grand opening of The Local, an innovative retail incubator, vibrant community gathering space, and downtown visitors center located at 414 N. Main Street (the former Cook’s Cleaners site). Thanks to the collaborative efforts of DBI, the Town of Blacksburg, and additional partners, this project—first imagined in 2015—is ready to open its doors.
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Wood Haven Technology Park land sale buyer announced, local leaders push back on purchase agreement
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Clearview Dynamics LLC, a company that appears to have been formed out of Delaware in January and registered in Virginia in May, has been identified as the group interested in purchasing an unknown amount of land at the Wood Haven Technology Park in Roanoke County. That’s according to the Western Virginia […]
WSLS
Roanoke’s “Bread Lady” turns weekly baking experiments into a growing business
ROANOKE, Va. – Julie Casey never set out to build a bakery empire. She simply wanted a creative outlet after leaving the workforce to care for her son. Today, Casey is the owner of Bread Run Roanoke, a local baking business known for its rotating menu of breads, pastries and desserts — and for Casey’s popular social media videos.
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Ridge View Bank to Open New Location in New River Valley
Roanoke, VA. September 15, 2026 — Ridge View Bank is pleased to announce plans to open a new office in the New River Valley in 2027, pending regulatory approval. The new office will mark the bank’s fourth location overall. Located in Clifton Town Center off Peppers Ferry Road in Christiansburg, Virginia, the new office further strengthens the bank’s commitment to serving the region’s individuals, families and businesses. The expansion builds upon the success of Ridge View Bank’s New River Valley Loan Production Office and reflects the bank’s continued investment in one of Virginia’s fastest-growing regions.
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2026 Apple Picking: A Guide to Orchards and Farm Stores near Roanoke
Roanoke, Virginia, and its surrounding Blue Ridge region are a hidden gem for anyone seeking the charm of apple orchards and the fresh bounty of local farm stores. As autumn arrives, families can look forward to crisp mountain air, picturesque orchard landscapes, and the unforgettable experience of apple picking together. From classic u-pick farms just outside the city to bustling markets brimming with local apples, cider, and homemade treats, this area offers a wealth of opportunities for making family memories and stocking up on the best flavors of the season. Whether searching for the perfect weekend outing with kids or simply craving honest, farm-fresh food, this guide will help you discover the very best apple orchards and farm stores near Roanoke.
americanfarm.com
Pratt leaves corporate America to farm full time
DRAPER, Va. — For 18 years, Allison Pratt worked in higher education holding various roles relating to admissions and financial aid. Pratt said she loved that her job allowed her to show young people the right doors to help achieve their dreams. Little did she know that a Saturday drive with her husband during COVID would change her entire career path.
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Palmetto Moon Continues Virginia Expansion with Grand Opening at Valley View Mall in Roanoke on October 3
ROANOKE, VA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Palmetto Moon is gearing up to celebrate the Grand Opening of its newest Virginia location at Valley View Mall (4802 Valley View Blvd. NW, Suite LB50, Roanoke, VA 24012) with a full day of festivities on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The Roanoke community is invited to be part of the celebration.
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Data center opponents sound the alarm about Roanoke Valley board vote
A board representing six localities in the Roanoke Valley voted Friday to enter into a purchase agreement with a company for land at Wood Haven Technology Park, which opponents say is an attempt to locate a data center there. The board of the Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority entered...
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Virginia schools add solar-battery shelters to ride out heat waves, ice storms, and outages
Roanoke City Public Schools in Virginia are installing solar-and-battery microgrids at their high schools to provide backup power during emergencies. As heat waves, ice storms, and power outages put increasing pressure on communities, one Virginia school district is working to make its campuses cleaner and more resilient when residents need them most.
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Former Walker Foundry site will soon be known as the Foundry at Norwich Town Center
ROANOKE, Va. – A new Development in Roanoke is moving along pretty quickly. It’s the Foundry at Norwich Town Center, to be located on the property once home to the Walker Machine and Foundry before it closed in 2019. Developers say in a year there will be a...