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City of Roanoke commits new funding to help local businesses purchase equipment through matching program
Roanoke, Virginia – Businesses in the City of Roanoke will soon have access to a major new initiative designed to reduce…
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Academic growth continues in Roanoke County with improvements in SOL performance
Roanoke, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Education has released the 2024-2025 Standards of Learning (SOL) assessment data, showing promising academic…
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Roanoke County Public Schools address student safety and rising mental health crisis through educational parent meetings
Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke County Public Schools is taking proactive steps this fall to protect students from the growing dangers of…
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Roanoke County announces office closures and service adjustments for Labor Day holiday
Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke County has announced its schedule of closures and service changes in observance of Labor Day on Monday,…
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New Roanoke County Career and Technology Center receives critical support from Alro Steel for student programs
Salem, Virginia – Alro Steel has made a significant investment in the future of technical education with a $200,000 contribution to…
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City of Roanoke announces vegetation removal work on Gus Nicks Boulevard on August 25 with lane closures expected during the day
Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke has announced that crews will be conducting vegetation removal along Gus Nicks Boulevard on…
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Roanoke relies on daily votes to remain number one for the Best Destination for Fall Colors title
Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke has been nominated for the title of Best Destination for Fall Colors by USA Today 10Best, and…
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Roanoke County Public Schools confirms zero tolerance approach to unauthorized mobile device use
Roanoke, Virginia – As the 2025–2026 school year begins, Roanoke County Public Schools are reminding families about the district’s comprehensive mobile…
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Historic Roanoke City Market receives state funding to install new awnings and expand vendor space
Roanoke, Virginia – The Historic Roanoke City Market is set to see a boost in infrastructure, thanks to a $50,000 grant…
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Roanoke County invites artists of all ages to inspire new library murals
Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke County Public Library (RCPL), in partnership with county staff, is launching a community-wide art contest that…
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