3 days agoSmall Business Saturday brings consumers to downtown RoanokeWhat better way to follow up Black Friday than with Small Business Saturday?
The Drumstick Dash returns to Downtown Roanoke for Thanksgiving DayThe Drumstick Dash returned to Downtown Roanoke for Thanksgiving Day
Businesses across Southwest Virginia prepare for Small Business SaturdayDowntown Roanoke is open for business, and business owners like Dev Oli are hoping you’ll shop small this Saturday.
Drumstick Dash to return to Downtown Roanoke on ThanksgivingThe annual Thanksgiving Day event will return to Downtown Roanoke next week.
12th annual Virginia’s Veterans Parade celebrates those who fought for our countryPatriotic music filled the streets of downtown Roanoke as Veterans and other military cheered on.
Brett Young concert in Downtown Roanoke rescheduled to April 26, 2023Young was set to perform in the Budweiser Summer Series this year, but his concert was postponed due to bad weather.
Corned Beef & Co: Cursed or coincidence? The stories surrounding its ‘haunted’ paintingCorned Beef & Co. is one of the most popular spots in Downtown Roanoke, but some might not know about the spooky things that happen after dark.
Dr Pepper Day: Celebrating Roanoke’s favorite sodaOn Monday, the city celebrated the soda in style on Dr Pepper Day.
Halloween events happening soon in Southwest, Central VirginiaFrom the Highlands all the way down to Southside, these are some events you can mark down on your calendars for spooky season.
Sober October has many people losing the boozeAt Sidecar in Downtown Roanoke, they welcome those who choose to ditch the drinks.
Sober October has many people losing the boozeAt Sidecar in Downtown Roanoke, they welcome those who choose to ditch the drinks.
‘The Spot on Kirk’ in Roanoke looking to add more volunteersA local non-profit focused on growing Roanoke's live music scene is looking for more volunteers.
Crews on scene of crash, overturned car in Downtown RoanokeThere was one car overturned and another nearby with a damaged front hood and bumper.
Restoring a landmark: New neon signs coming to the City Market Building in Downtown RoanokeThey returned after nearly a decade in storage following building renovations.
115-year-old Fire Station set to be the new home of three local businesses in downtown Roanoke115 year old Fire Station is set to be the new home of three local businesses in Downtown Roanoke
In Your Town: Discovering popular spots in and around RoanokeFrom First Fridays in Downtown Roanoke to Olde Salem Brewing Co. and the Beaver Dam Farm Sunflower Festival, the Star City has a lot to offer
Downtown Roanoke ambassador program kicks offDowntown Roanoke launched a new initiative Thursday to promote a cleaner and safer downtown – and it’s already in full swing.
In Your Town: Visiting the heart of Virginia’s Blue RidgeWhether you’re looking for a new adventure, a restaurant, or an incredible view, you can find it in Roanoke.
Roanoke’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area ends sooner than anticipatedDowntown officials had originally planned to keep the area open through Sept. 25, but effective on Wednesday, Sept. 7, DORA ended.
Downtown Roanoke businesses see more foot traffic from Designated Outdoor Refreshment AreaThe area, also known as “DORA” allows people to walk outside with alcoholic drinks from bars and restaurants.
Downtown Roanoke refreshment zone extended until Sept. 25Those looking to enjoy their favorite alcoholic beverage outdoors in downtown Roanoke will now have until late September to do so.
Demolition of former Campbell Court bus station location to develop multi-use spaceThe demolition site will eventually turn into house apartments, retail stores, and more.
Amtrak adds additional round-trip service between Roanoke and Washington D.C.A much-anticipated train rolled into Downtown Roanoke from Washington D.C. on Monday and was greeted by city leaders and residents – The arrival marked a new chapter of transportation to and from Roanoke.
Downtown Roanoke warning about ticket scammersOn Monday, the incorporation posted that the only official ticket seller of the Our Brothers Osborne concert is Brown Paper Tickets, and tickets are $39.
‘Freedom For All’ protesters take a stand on Independence DayThe protesters said they chose to gather on Independence Day because they felt that their rights are being taken away.
Roanoke locals set to gather on July 4 to peacefully protest overturn of Roe v. WadeA peaceful protest is being planned in Downtown Roanoke in response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
Star City Motor Madness kicks off in RoanokeThe big weekend started with Cruise Night on Williamson Road Friday, and on Saturday, there will be a car show in Downtown Roanoke from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ambassador Program coming to Downtown RoanokeThe eight-person team will be working six days a week and will be broken down into groups, all with different jobs.
Drumstick Dash to return to downtown Roanoke this year with new routeA longtime Thanksgiving Day tradition is headed back to the Star City.
Alcoholic beverages to be allowed in downtown Roanoke this summerDowntown Roanoke is making it a little easier to enjoy your favorite drink this summer — cheers to that!
Public drinking will soon be allowed in a designated area in downtown RoanokePeople will soon be able to drink outdoors in certain areas of downtown Roanoke.
Party in Elmwood in downtown Roanoke canceledThe rain put a damper on Thursday’s party in downtown Roanoke.
Pedestrian seriously hit after getting hit by car in downtown RoanokeThe Roanoke Police Department is investigating a pedestrian crash downtown Tuesday evening.
Train derailment closes several roadways in downtown RoanokeMotorists may need to find an alternative route to take while going home Monday evening.
Liberty Trust Hotel celebrates grand opening in downtown RoanokeThe Liberty Trust Hotel in Downtown Roanoke held its grand opening and ribbon-cutting Tuesday.
Roanoke’s Center in the Square offers six different museums for spring break funWe explored some of the many exhibits at center in the square that you can enjoy with your family.
The Liberty Trust Hotel officially opens in Downtown RoanokeWalking through the front doors of The Liberty Trust Hotel, you get a glimpse of the past.
Where you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown RoanokeWhere you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Roanoke and what local businesses are offering up.
Roanoke’s St. Patrick’s Day preps underway despite windy, winter forecastA pandemic later and after three years of anticipation, Mother Nature had her own plans for the City of Roanoke’s Shamrock Festival.
Longtime Roanoke businessman to create 70 downtown apartments in former newspaper press buildingBig city living is coming to downtown Roanoke, according to the developer of a major apartment project.
Budweiser Clydesdales set to appear in the Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day ParadeSome of the world’s most recognizable horses are coming to Roanoke next month!
Restaurant Week returns to Downtown RoanokeRoanoke’s tastiest week returns this Friday and goes until the 30th. This is a week where you can experience some of Downtown’s wide variety of lunch and dinner options.
Who is responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks in Roanoke?We’re days after the big snowfall and while the aftermath in some areas is still messy, the sidewalks are clearing up in the heart of downtown Roanoke.
Holiday shopping season better for Mast General StoreDickens of a Christmas Friday events brought in lots of business
Roanoke organizations gather to sing Christmas carols in an effort to stop violent crimeThe nonprofit, Total Action for Progress, also known as T.A.P. hosted their annual Bridging the Community Gap event. The purpose, to spread peace and joy through Christmas carols.
‘Compliance, not punishment’: How Roanoke plans to enforce the new law banning camping on downtown sidewalksRoanoke City Council passed a new ordinance banning camping on downtown Roanoke sidewalks earlier this week, but there are still many questions surrounding the new law.
Roanoke City Council passes ordinance banning people from camping on downtown sidewalksThe measure, which is punishable as a Class 4 misdemeanor, passed 5-2.
Roanoke Higher Education Center teaming up with Chocolatepaper to help local studentsThe Roanoke Higher Education Center is teaming up with Chocolatepaper to raise money for students in the Commonwealth.
