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Former Roanoke County student thanks teacher decades later for life-changing impact
Read full article: Former Roanoke County student thanks teacher decades later for life-changing impactJermaine Coles, a Roanoke native, got to thank his 6th Grade Social Studies teacher nearly 30 years after taking her class for the lasting lessons.
How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las Vegas
Read full article: How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las VegasLas Vegas is a classic U.S. travel destination. It’s vibrant, usually packed with people, larger than life, and there’s likely something to do for ANY personality type -- even if you’re not all that into gambling or drinking.
Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.
There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.
You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right now
Read full article: You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right nowAs we continue to mourn Iron Man (we’ll never really stop, will we?), there’s some good news for die-hard fans of “Avengers: Endgame”: The last place Tony Stark called home, and his funeral site (RIP Tony!) is up for grabs on Airbnb.
5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read this
Read full article: 5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read thisRaise your hand if you’re excited for a trip this year, or you’re planning on taking a vacation in the near future.
5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
Read full article: 5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next tripThere seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places they’ll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
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TSA reports busiest day on record just ahead of Fourth of July travel rush
Read full article: TSA reports busiest day on record just ahead of Fourth of July travel rushThe Fourth of July travel rush is getting underway, and officials at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport said they’re preparing for potentially record-breaking numbers.
Why giant sequoias, redwoods are thriving in the United Kingdom
Read full article: Why giant sequoias, redwoods are thriving in the United KingdomThe sequoias and redwoods — which aren’t invasive — have still managed to grow and survive after being introduced and planted in the 1800s throughout the northern part of the region.
5 spots to visit in Jerusalem around Easter
Read full article: 5 spots to visit in Jerusalem around EasterMany Christians around the world flock to Jerusalem each Easter to try and relive firsthand the events written about in the Bible on what is the most important week and day on the Christian calendar.
VDOT and Roanoke County seek feedback on Williamson and Peters Creek roads
Read full article: VDOT and Roanoke County seek feedback on Williamson and Peters Creek roadsThe Virginia Department of Transportation and Roanoke County held a community meeting on Monday to seek feedback on the Peters Creek Road and Williamson Road areas.
Costs rise for spring break travel, but it won’t keep the crowds away
Read full article: Costs rise for spring break travel, but it won’t keep the crowds awayIt’s that time of year again, when warmer temperatures have us thinking about spring and spring break, and if you’re lucky you might be planning a getaway.
Whoosh! Transatlantic flight reaches peak speed near 840 mph but doesn’t break sound barrier
Read full article: Whoosh! Transatlantic flight reaches peak speed near 840 mph but doesn’t break sound barrierA commercial flight from New York to Lisbon reached its destination an hour ahead of its normal flight time, thanks to extreme upper level winds.