New Staff At Roanoke Middle School

This article will only be tagged teacher spotlight and will not be in the schools category.

🌱 Roanoke Patch: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Jan 25)

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Roanoke.

Roanoke Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The nation is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: PLAY Roanoke Park And Recreation Month Event Line-Up

See the latest announcement from Play Roanoke Parks and Recreation.

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: Roanoke Parks And Recreation To Offer USDA Summer Food Service Program

Roanoke Parks and Recreation will be serving meals at no charge to children 18 and under as a part of the USDA Summer Food

Roanoke Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The pandemic has impacted the U.S. blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Roanoke area.

Kayaking down the James River for The Longest Day

Two women kayaking 37 miles from Iron Gate to Buchanan this weekend to raise money for The Longest Day

Upcoming Weekend Street Closures

The closures in Roanoke are listed herein, and will occur due to various events.

LEAP Launches Solarize Virginia To Make Residential Solar More Accessible To Homeowners

The program runs through Aug. 30 in Roanoke, the report states.

Roanoke Public Libraries Re-Opens Newly Renovated Gainsboro Branch

Roanoke Public Libraries today held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to re-open the newly renovated Gainsboro Branch Library.

Alzheimer's Assoc Has New Exec. Director

New Executive Director Named for the Central and Western Virginia and Greater Richmond Chapters of the Alzheimer’s Association

Parks And Recreation Advisory Board, Roanoke, To Meet In June

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 15, 5:30-7 p.m., via Zoom.

City To Conclude Re-Opening Facilities To The Public

It's based on the current vaccination rate for the adult population in Roanoke exceeding 50 percent, and guidance from the CDC and Northam.

Roanoke Public Libraries Receive More Than 41,000 Books

Roanoke Public Libraries announce that they have received a substantial donation of children's books from the Soho Center.

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: PLAY Roanoke Is Ready For Park And Recreation Month

Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation's official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park ...

Parks And Recreation Celebrates Re-Opening Of City Pools

Roanoke Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Fishwick and Associates, held an event at Washington Park Pool to celebrate.

Citizens May Participate In June 7 City Council Session By Phone, Email

It's due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke, and out of an abundance of caution.

Upcoming Weekend Street Closures, Roanoke

They are due to Roanoke events

Blood Donations Needed In Roanoke Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up nearby.

Solid Waste Collection Schedule Changes For Memorial Day Week

The following schedule will be in effect:

City To Implement Safety Improvements Along Brandon Avenue, Roanoke

Consistent with the City's Complete Streets Policy, the Transportation Division has worked to develop a Safety Improvements project.

Gun Violence Prevention Commission Announces Mini-Grant Awards

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission met to consider mini-grant applications submitted by local non-profit and faith-based organizations.

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: June 6 Ironman Street Closure And Parking Information

As Ironman approaches, there have been lots of questions regarding road closures and parking. Luckily, our friends at Ironman and Carili ...

Historical Society Of Western Virginia: Explore The SW Virginia Past With Historic Scavenger Hunt!

See the latest announcement from the Historical Society of Western Virginia.

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: Roanoke City Council Approves Mill Mountain Trails Plan Amendment

After two years of hard work, Roanoke Parks and Recreation can begin to implement changes to Mill Mountain trails. On Monday, May 17, Ro ...

Play Roanoke Parks And Recreation: D.I.Y. Sidewalk Chalk Paint

Whether it's a global pandemic or just a lack of motivation, sometimes we just want to stay home. However, sitting at home can lead to t ...

Update On Paving City Streets

The chart herein notes dates and times of upcoming Roanoke closures.

Youth Services Citizen Board To Meet May 24, Roanoke

The Youth Services Citizen Board will meet on Monday, May 24, 2021, at 4:30 p.m., via Zoom. The meeting will be recorded and posted.

City Council To Hold Public Hearing On The Recommended FY2022 Budget, Proposed Real Property Tax

Roanoke City Council will hold a public hearing on the Recommended FY2022 Budget and the Proposed Real Property Tax on Monday, May 24.

Parks And Recreation Department Announces Upcoming Project

In June 2021, Roanoke's Parks and Recreation Department will begin work on the conversion of the tennis courts in Washington Park.

Gun Violence Prevention Commission To Hold Special Meeting

A special meeting of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 5:45 p.m., via Zoom.

Blood Donors Needed In Roanoke Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Roanoke area. The pandemic continues to impact the nation's blood supply.

Roanoke To Recognize National Public Works Week

The week of May 16–22, 2021, is National Public Works Week.

Upcoming Weekend Street Closures, Roanoke, two events

Download the Waze App for further information on closures.

Gun Violence Prevention Commission To Make Available Mini-Grants

The Gun Violence Prevention Commission is making available $65,000 to local non-profit and faith-based organizations.

Notice Of Remote Meeting Of Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

Slated for May 26

Citizens May Participate In May 17 City Council Sessions By Phone, Email

It's due to the recent increase and severity in COVID-19 cases in the City of Roanoke and out of an abundance of caution.

Update On Paving City Streets

Several neighborhood roads impacted, Roanoke

Parks And Recreation Advisory Board To Meet In May

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will conduct a virtual meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 5:30-7 p.m., via Zoom.

Notice Of Public Meeting Of The Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission

It takes place tomorrow night

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.