Christina Gregory walks the greenway most days, so it’s hard to miss the huge white bags crews are placing in the river. It’s part of the in-river kayak park. And those bags will allow workers to create one of the water features for kayakers to enjoy.

The City of Salem Community Development Department will be holding a public meeting at City Hall today to get public input about its latest Roanoke River Greenway Project.

City Trails and Greenway crews used equipment like mini excavators to make sure debris didn’t fall into the river after heavy rain pummeled Roanoke and the surrounding areas.

As the start of the school year inches closer, Roanoke County school leaders are raising the alarm about a federal education funding freeze that could directly affect students and families.

Roanoke County is seeking feedback from community members on potential Greenway routes.

Cardinal Bicycle sponsored the 20K for the Greenway race Saturday morning, an event designed to get men, women and children outside and enjoying the Greenway.

May is national bike month so grab a bike, some safety gear, and get ready to ride!

The storms earlier this month left a significant mess in the Roanoke Valley, with the area’s greenways taking a major hit from flooding, mud, and downed trees. What was once a peaceful place for a stroll has turned into a challenge for those looking to use the greenways.

The ultimate goal years down the line is to have a greenway spanning from the Roanoke Valley to the New River Valley

The park will have whitewater features, scenic overlooks and calm river playing areas.

A new one-mile stretch of the Roanoke Greenway is now open to the public.

New warrants reveal the severity of the July 2 attack on the Roanoke Greenway.

Roanoke City Park and Rec workers were

Soaking rain swept through much of our region on Memorial Day, leaving a large portion of our area drenched, including parts of the Roanoke River Greenway.

Roanoke residents got outside to enjoy an exceptionally warm day this February, and many said that they’re happy that the heat is back for now.

Over 50 volunteers helped paint the murals along the greenway.

George’s Flowers on Franklin Road used to have a Ramada Inn as a next-door neighbor back in the day.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines in Southwest Virginia.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines in Southwest Virginia.

Even with some last-minute changes, the Rescue Mission’s Drumstick Dash was a huge success on Thanksgiving.

ROANOKE, Va. – If you’re looking to get out and about, there’s a new local greenway available. The Read Mountain Greenway in Roanoke is a paved, .64 mile trail that starts on Blue Hills Drive. It’s been in the works since 2015 and will eventually connect to the Tinker Creek Greenway and Read Mountain Preserve. “It’s just designed to connect folks to the industrial area and then also a Roanoke County Park where they can do hiking and enjoy the outdoors without having to drive there necessarily,” said Roanoke Parks and Recreation Department Trails and Greenways Coordinator Renee Powers. The parks and recreation department hopes to add some amenities, such as wayfinding signs and a bench, to the greenway soon.

The Green Goat offers everything from health-conscious, gluten-free items to Korean tacos.