As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home.
For nearly a century, the Appalachian Trail has wound its way through the Roanoke Valley, becoming not just a hiking path but a cornerstone of local history and community life.
In an era of segregated healthcare, Roanoke’s Hunton Life Saving Crew broke barriers as the nation’s first all-Black volunteer rescue squad.
Under H.L. Roberts in the 1930’s the park started to get a family friendly reputation as thousands of people flocked to the park from across the country and live music was played from the likes of Hank Williams Jr and Conway Twitty.
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home.
Eleanor Roosevelt's link to Southwest Virginia comes alive through a dress at the Grayson County Historical Society - made possible by one teacher's bold request.
Washington provided stock to the fledgling Liberty Hall Academy, laying the groundwork for the institution's survival.
To this day, it remains unclear who fired the first shot — whether it was Floyd Allen’s son, the sheriff, or someone else.
Roanoke is remembering the Burrell Memorial Hospital, a health care center founded during segregation.
