Good morning, Roanoke.

A spice retailer known for its farmer's market stands is opening a new brick-and-mortar location next month in Roanoke — it will serve as a venue for the community and support local food services.

A land purchase agreement for 94 acres at Wood Haven Technology Park sets up plans for a new data center in Roanoke County.

The deal will take over a year to close while officials work to finalize details like purchase price, water source, and facility specifications.

AccessU, a Roanoke creative firm with over 30 years of experience, is evolving its work with omni-channel digital campaigns and AI.

CEO Tony Pearman credits its success to a drive for innovation — a shift that has earned the firm more than 450 awards.

Clearview Dynamics' data center plan at Wood Haven Technology Park was confirmed via a 94-acre land agreement by the Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority, yet purchase price, power needs, and a 2024 nondisclosure remain unclear (due diligence runs through March with closing planned for Oct.).

The Taubman Museum debuts its newest exhibition featuring American artists (exhibition open now) at its Roanoke location for visitors to explore contemporary works.

The Oklahoma! musical at Mill Mountain Theatre is in its second weekend, running from Wednesday through Sunday with matinee performances continuing.

Grandin Theatre will screen Sin Nombre on Tuesday, Sept. 29 and La Bamba on Oct. 13 as part of its Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

Roanoke College announced it will phase out its required intensive learning term program next school year.

The change is part of a broader plan to ensure every student has at least two hands-on learning opportunities before graduation.

Roanoke city schools have saved energy with solar panels since 2018 and now will add solar + battery microgrids at two high schools for safe learning and disaster relief.

Microgrid installations are funded by a Secure Solar Futures donation and a $450,000 grant from Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library invites families to Give Like Dolly Day on Sept.

25 when donations help deliver free monthly books; thanks to the Junior League, Roanoke and New River Valleys now have full coverage while Lynchburg hosts themed events with community fun & support.

A new traffic light and off-ramp will debut at Peters Creek Road exit on I-581 soon to ease congestion in the area.

Officials say the project is designed to improve safety along the route.

15-year-old Lane Woods drives today at Martinsville Speedway in honor of his late friend Rowan Price, after raising over $20,000 for childhood cancer—he hopes his race will boost support for improved care for local kids.