Delegate Sam Rasoul is requesting $600,000 from the General Assembly to evaluate improvement ideas for Roanoke, including a Ferris wheel on Center in the Square. Rasoul emphasizes the importance of creative investment for Roanoke's redevelopment, focusing on feasibility and structural studies.

If successful, the Ferris wheel could become a shining new star on Roanoke’s skyline and a fresh attraction to energize downtown.

Documents the school board will talk about at a workshop Tuesday night include increasing classroom space at the high schools so more than 2,000 students can attend each or building a third high school.

ROANOKE, Va. – Citizens are getting a closer look at the proposed bus station in Roanoke. Spectrum Design is providing architectural and engineering services, as well as conceptual design elements for the project. City leaders said they’re hoping to release more detailed design elements in June. Spectrum Design is providing architectural and engineering services, as well as conceptual design elements for the project. Community members are invited to provide comments on the illustrations by sending an email to communityengagement@roanokeva.gov with the subject line: ROANOKE TRANSIT TRANSFER STATION.

ROANOKE, Va. – The City of Roanoke is shifting into high gear and moving full speed ahead with plans to relocate its downtown Transit Transfer Center. Earlier this month, Valley Metro chose Spectrum Design, a Roanoke-based company, to design the new bus station for about $600,000. Valley Metro General Manager Kevin Price said the city’s outgrown the old station on Campbell Avenue as both the size of the buses and the number of riders have increased. Riders like Shaundrea McGriff, who takes the bus every day, said she’s on-board with the changes. Price said Valley Metro wants to work with people to address their concerns and be a good neighbor.