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Junior League of Roanoke Valley awards over $60,000 in community grants

Roanoke, Virginia – The Junior League of Roanoke Valley (JLRV) has announced a generous sum of over $60,000 in grants…

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Roanoke police seek public input in pursuit of CALEA Accreditation

Roanoke, Virginia – In a bid to participate in the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Law Enforcement…

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Roanoke officials respond to Greenway floods, trail closed until further notice

Roanoke, Virginia – In the aftermath of the recent rainfall, the Lower Wiley Avenue Bridge has been submerged, resulting in…

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Pride Month begins with an unforgettable show at the Taubman Museum

Roanoke, Virginia – Fashionista Roanoke is kicking off Pride Month with a big party featuring dancers from New York City’s…

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Roanoke joins nationwide #WearOrange campaign for gun violence awareness

Roanoke, Virginia – On June 2, the United States will commemorate National Gun Violence Awareness Day, a day dedicated to…

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Roanoke City receives $75,000 NEA grant to boost local arts

Roanoke, Virginia – The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has sanctioned a $75,000 Our Town grant to the City…

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New mural in progress in downtown Roanoke

Roanoke, Virginia – The Star City, also known as Roanoke, is celebrating its connection with the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains…

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Roanoke authorities investigate early morning house fires

Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke Fire-EMS, in collaboration with the Roanoke City Police Department, are currently looking into two distinct…

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Roanoke Police Department seeks public assistance in locating missing 15-year-old

Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke Police Department is currently conducting an investigation to locate a missing teenager, 15-year-old Asean Banks.…

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Vinton police: Grass clippings on roads are a Class 1 Misdemeanor

Vinton, Virginia – The Vinton Police Department has taken to social media platforms in a bid to educate the public…

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