71 years later, Roanokeโs Mill Mountain Star continues to shine
ROANOKE, Va. โ The iconic landmark that gave the Star City its nickname celebrated its 71st birthday on Monday. The Mill Mountain Star was first illuminated on Nov. 23, 1949. The 88-foot tall structure is the largest free-standing man-made star in the world. It was originally meant to be only a temporary fixture to ring in the holiday season, but people loved it so much, it stuck around. Allie said visitors to Roanoke ask about the Mill Mountain Star more than anything else.
WATCH: Gov. Northam in Roanoke, campaigns for Mayor Sherman Lea, other Democrats
Copyright 2020 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. ROANOKE, Va. โ Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam is in Roanoke on Tuesday, campaigning for the cityโs mayor, Sherman Lea. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.
Backpacking with Brooke: Mill Mountain
You will see a path that leads to the start of the monument trail. The monument trail is marked with yellow blazes. A quarter mile later, you will be met with the intersection to continue the monument trail to the bottom of the mountain, or take the star trail up to the top. We sat on the bench for a minute and drank some water, then took the star trail to the top. This part of the trail is a little steeper as it starts to traverse up the mountain.
Roanoke's Big Lick Comic Con, happening this weekend, becoming destination event
ROANOKE, Va. - Roanoke's Berglund Center will overflow with superheroes, video game characters and even some TV and movie costumes so good you'll do a double take at the Big Lick Comic Con happening this weekend. The Grandin is a sponsor of Big Lick Comic Con, the fifth con is slated for this weekend. JD Sutphin of Big Lick Entertainment makes it happen and has been excited by the growth. Big Lick Comic Con has carved out a niche matching people with the right amount of entertainment and excitement at the right price. Tickets are still available for Big Lick Comic Con and kids under 10 years old are free.