For nearly a century, Texas Tavern has made quite the name for itself in the Roanoke community, serving up smiles with a side of nostalgia to the Star City and beyond.

Texas Tavern celebrated 93 years in business Monday

Texas Tavern chef Randy Dodd died on Friday from a heart attack after 25 years of working for the all-night diner. “He probably knew as many people in Roanoke as anyone,” said Texas Tavern owner Matt Bullington. “Everything about him just made you happy, it felt like my mood completely switched whenever I saw him,” said Nicole Hypes, who said she eats at Texas Tavern nearly every day. It really does.”Hypes said Dodd’s joyful spirit was a big reason why so many customers enjoyed eating at Texas Tavern. A GoFundMe has been organized to help Dodd’s family pay for his funeral.

ROANOKE, Va. – The loss of Louis Tudor this July struck the hearts of many in the Roanoke community, but his legacy will live on. His family is partnering with downtown businesses to raise money for a mental health center to be named the Tudor House. Simply Framing, Black Dog Salvage and Texas Tavern are selling old signs and frames. The initial plan right now is to renovate the old Tudor Biscuit business on Church Street to host mental health support groups. And since this has happened, so many people have reached out to us to tell us their stories.”

ROANOKE, Va. A new book is giving an inside look at the Texas Tavern restaurant in Roanoke live never before. The Four Generations of the Millionaires Club features the story of the iconic restaurant and the Bullington family who has owned and operated it since 1930. Dozens of people came out Sunday for a personalized signing with the writer, Shari Dragovich. Current owner Matt Bullington says Dragovich captured the history and feel of the restaurant perfectly. If you would like to purchase a copy of the book, you can head to the publishers website.

ROANOKE, Va. Restaurants with indoor seating only are getting creative to try and serve customers during phase one. Texas Tavern in Roanoke decided to put up a picnic table in their parking lot to bring in some business. The restaurant says times are tough for the entire food industry right now, but theyve been able to stay afloat with takeout and delivery; hopefully adding outdoor seats will help. They say they have just one right now, but are hoping to add a second next week.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia. Governor Ralph Northam will visit Botetourt County today. To celebrate, the T-Room will offer 84-cent hot dogs and hamburgers today at both of its locations. The Virginia Small Business Development center and the Town of Bedford hold a workshop today on exporting Virginia products. Lynchburg Christian Academy will sell shirts today and tomorrow, supporting the fight against cancer.