Taking time to read either for leisure or education keeps an open line of communication between the world and communities. Reading can be a form of selfcare. Books are a great escape from reality and a valuable...
We’re all looking for styles that complement our activities, body type and season. In the new year, one where we are still being cautious due to COVID-19, Fashionista Roanoke styled 5 looks that are perfect...
The holiday season is upon us and that stirs up memories of family gatherings around the table feasting on everyone’s favorites. The smell of turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, ham, green beans, potato...
I have never been to Thailand, but I do love the ethnic cuisine known as Thai food. The food is a balance of salty, sweet, sour and bitter flavors that are usually accompanied with fresh aromatic herbs...
Samuel P. McCormick is a natural medium artist, born and raised in Roanoke. He is best known for his work with animal parts such as claws, teeth, bones, horns, antlers, furs, hide, feathers and more. As...
Fashionista Roanoke is a multicultural, multi-ethnic organization created in 2008 by Garland Gravely. Gravely, disheartened by the segregated nature of Roanoke City, set out to unite people from all walks...
BT's Restaurant in Radford, VA | Photographed by Wasena Creative BT’S restaurant in Radford opened in 1983 taking its name from the first letters of owners Bill Ellenbogen and Tom Whitehead. The restaurant,...
Picture this… A summer afternoon in Brooklyn. It’s the 80’s and a group of black kids is playing in the park, enjoying an afternoon of shooting hoops. All is well until the walk home. New York...
Abby Verdillo Hamilton has worked as the president and CEO of the United Way of Roanoke Valley since January, but she’s no rookie to the organization that she’s served for the last 18 years. A...
The Local Colors Festival has taken place for the past 29 years in Roanoke, and if event organizers have their say, the 30th celebration will occur this year too – just not on its intended May date....
