PHOTO BY HENRI GENDREAU FOR THE ROANOKE RAMBLER We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. From live music to theatre, lectures to drag shows, we’ve got you covered.

Del. Sam Rasoul is “testing the waters” for a congressional bid next year that could pit him against Roanoke author Beth Macy ...

When Lawson's name will be reinstalled is unclear as a project that faces complications is dealt with by the GSA.

A zoning overhaul that prompted litigation remains an issue that will extend into 2026. As a new year approaches, tensions ...

A $50,000 renovation is ongoing as a plan to reopen a club on Franklin Road progresses, according to city records.

Councilman Nick Hagen voted against the city and schools state legislative requests as he joins Terry McGuire opposing a ...

Also this month, Layla answers a reader question about good places to pick up a salad. Welcome to our food column, Corner ...

Holiday lights at downtown Roanoke's Market Square on Nov. 27, 2024. ROANOKE RAMBLER FILE PHOTO BY HENRI GENDREAU. Have a "recognizably Roanoke" photo for Happenings? Email us at editor@roanokerambler ...

In this Q&A series, we invite the community to reflect on living in a divided city. We sit down with Jessica Mahuron, ...

Chrisandra Carr stocks the shelves at Market on Melrose Saturday afternoon. PHOTO BY NATALEE WATERS FOR THE ROANOKE RAMBLER Market on Melrose, a new Northwest Roanoke grocery store run by Goodwill ...

The Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport would acquire a large part of the former Countryside Golf Course property if the city, which now owns the land, agrees to a deal. ROANOKE RAMBLER FILE PHOTO BY ...