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Miss America, Madison Marsh, Will Be Honored Guest at 2024 Miss Virginia Pageant
The Miss Virginia Opportunity, Inc., is honored to announce that Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, will visit Roanoke, VA, June 26-29, as a special guest for several events and for the crowning of Miss Virginia 2024. Madison is an Air Force officer, cancer research advocate, role model, and Miss America. She is a certified private […]
Youngkin Prevents Two Tax Increases, Will Sign Record State Budget
After much political theater, the Virginia General Assembly and Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) have now compromised on a $188 billion state budget based simply on the revenue projected from current tax law, with neither tax hikes nor tax reductions. Making those revenue projections slightly more optimistic eased the path. With both sides backing off their […]
SML Antique and Classic Boat Society To Hold Annual Spring Boat Show Saturday June 8th
The SML Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society will hold their annual Spring Boat Show at the Bridgewater Plaza Condo docks on Saturday June 8th from 10AM until 2PM and is free to the public. This event is a preview of our major show held in September and a great opportunity to see […]
VA Tech Commencement Ceremonies Recognize Academic Achievement
Thousands of graduates, their families, and friends crowded into Lane Stadium on a breezy, cool Friday morning for the University Commencement Ceremony. Mehul Sanghani, a class of 1998 graduate and CEO and founder of Octo Consulting Group, delivered the commencement address. Five alumni — Willis and Mary Blackwood, Greta Harris, Jim Pearman, and Gladys West — were […]
RANDY HUFF: What Could Have Been A Casual Complaint and Casual Accusation
We were walking through the terminal, weary from the flight. Without thought, I voiced the complaint of my ears: “That flight attendant was loud!” She was naturally so and needed no coaching, but when she used the intercom I almost covered my ears. My accomplice and I had made acquaintance on the plane and found we […]
Keys to Leadership in The Construction Industry
Effective leadership can make or break construction projects, so for those who lead firms or projects, it’s imperative that they understand its nuances. This article will highlight some essential leadership principles which can assist construction professionals steer their teams toward exceptional results. Transparency Communication is at the core of every successful construction project. Leaders must […]
Nationwide McCraw Gathering to Be Held in West Virginia
The United States McCraw Family Association will be holding it’s nationwide reunion in Beckley, WV, on June 21-23, 2024. This event only happens every two years and was last held in Fairhope, Alabama, in 2022. This is the first time that West Virginia will be hosting the event. Established in 1980, the United States McCraw […]
DEVOTIONAL: Thanks, Mom!
Her children rise up and call her blessed — Prov. 31:28a (ESV) We celebrate Mother’s Day once a year, but how can we adequately express our gratitude? For starters, if not for your mom, you wouldn’t be reading this! Considering all the tasks many moms face daily, salary.com asks, “If stay-at-home moms earned an annual […]
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 […]
MORGAN GRIFFITH: Is Government Research Safe?
It has been roughly four and a half years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and I am determined that Congress needs to be fully informed on U.S. government funding of risky research projects, such as the research done at the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), in order to make sure the same mistakes […]
MIKE KEELER: May 1774: The Empire Strikes Back
On May 13, 1774, a large vessel sailed into Boston Harbor. It wasn’t a whaler, it wasn’t a trading ship of any kind. It was the HMS Lively, a 20-gun post ship of the Royal Navy that was commissioned in 1756 and had seen action against the French throughout the 7-Years War. But on this […]
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 […]
Vinton District GOP Primary For County Supervisor: Tammy Shepherd 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 […]
Floral Expert Lists Favorite Mother’s Day Flowers, Shares How to Make Them Last
Mother’s Day celebrations in the United States bring family together — and bring a lot of business to the floral industry, with flowers one of the most popular gifts. “Mother’s Day is one of the top floral holidays. It is in the running with Valentine’s Day,” said Barbara Leshyn, floral design instructor for Virginia Tech’s […]
As Weather Warms Drivers and Motorcyclists Reminded to Share The Road
The last few days have felt like summer, resulting in more and more motorcyclists on the roadways. In the last 10 years, registered motorcycles have increased 14%, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). While riding can be fun and liberating, it is not without its dangers. May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and […]
Battle of New Market 160th Anniversary Commemoration Event
160th Commemoration of the Battle of New Market, May 18th-19th, 2024. Join the Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park as we remember the Battle of New Market that raged across Jacob Bushong’s farm and the soldiers that struggled there. In the spring of 1864, Union Maj. Gen. Franz […]
TechNite 2024 Celebrates The Elements of Tech
The Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council’s TechNite 2024 recognized all the elements that make the Roanoke-Blacksburg innovation ecosystem so dynamic. TechNite 2024 was held Thursday, May, 8 at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center. RBTC’s annual celebration is highly anticipated within the regional technology community, and hundreds of local and state leaders gathered to honor this year’s […]
FRED FIRST: To The End of The End of The Book
The uncertainty and never-ending unknowing may soon end. For the past year, there has been no dry land on the horizon. But we may not be adrift much longer. To stay afloat, we are casting overboard anything that might sink the lifeboat. This is hard. We have so many THINGS. And we realize that much […]
SCOT BELLAVIA: A Chance Rescue
Normally, I wouldn’t have been driving home. I went to church early to set up (we meet in a high school). Normally, I would have stayed for Sunday School and the sermon to then tear down. But my wife was home with our sick daughter and our son wanted to come to church. So, I […]
Wickets & Wine Fundraiser for Mountain View To Be Held May 18
Friends of Mountain View (FOMV) and the Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation (RVPF) are partnering to host the Second Annual “Wickets and Wine” event on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00pm at Mountain View. This croquet event supports the renovations and improvements of the Fishburn Mansion at Mountain View. The event was a huge […]
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