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Leonore Restaurant in downtown Roanoke closing, moving to Salem
ROANOKE, Va. – A popular downtown Roanoke restaurant known for its Italian dishes and Venezuelan meals will soon be closing its doors and moving to a new location. Leonore Restaurant announced on social media that after more than a decade, it will be moving from its location in the Star City and opening a new location in Salem, as shown on the map below.
Owl released at Roanoke Star after a year of rehabilitation at wildlife center
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — It’s been more than a year since a Great Horned Owl arrived at the Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke. But now, the owl is spreading its wings and returning back to the wild. A Roanoke City officer first brought the owl to the center...
Angels of Assisi talks "Paws and Stripes" program
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The “Paws and Stripes” program allows Roanoke jail inmates to train dogs as a form of rehabilitation. Carol Jessee, Director of Development, spoke with 7@four about this program. If you would like to help out at the shelter, you can go to their website.
Bridal salon celebrates grand opening at new location
MONETA, Va. (WSET) — If you're a bride ready to say yes to the dress, Love and Lace Bridal Virginia has you covered. The store recently relocated from Forest to Moneta and held their grand opening on Tuesday. Owner Alexis Graybill said the move was inspired by a need for more options for brides in the area.
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center will grow its footprint
More space for events and up to date amenities for guests – like pickleball – will move Hotel Roanoke from the design phase to construction after City Council passed a resolution for the bonds to fund that project yesterday. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
Mill Mountain Zoo Unleashes ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ Adventure Series
Mill Mountain Zoo is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new education program, Walk on the Wild Side! This program offers an exciting opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature, learn about native plants and animals, and actively engage in conservation efforts. Walk on the Wild Side will take participants […]
Furry Friends: Elisa can easily put a smile on your face!
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Each week WFXR News highlights adoptable pets filling up animal shelters across Southwest and Central Virginia. This week, on Tuesday, Apr. 16, Stephanie Wright with the Franklin County Animal Shelter introduced Elisa to Furry Friends!. Elisa is an 11-month-old ray of sunshine! She loves to...
New community theatre to perform in Downtown Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A new community theatre is taking center stage in Downtown Roanoke to open more opportunities for artists to show off their talents. Exit, Pursued by a Bear community theatre takes its name from one of the most famous stage directions in all of Shakespeare’s plays.
Mill Mountain Theatre marks 60th anniversary with show tunes and Top 40 hits
The shows take place Friday and Saturday. The theater's 60th season also will bring back productions from previous years such as “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Annie." The post Mill Mountain Theatre marks 60th anniversary with show tunes and Top 40 hits appeared first on Cardinal News.
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