Author Archives: Syndicated Content

A Longer Listen with Vicki Gardner, who writes about that fateful day in August 2015 and its aftermath in memoir, Survival Has Consequences.
August 26th, 2015 … WDBJ-7 reporter Alison Parker and videographer Adam Ward are shot dead on live TV, murdered by an ex-colleague with anger issues who had been terminated by WDBJ. Smith Mount...
Gene Marrano Jan 20, 2026

Yes, Center in the Square IS moving away from a museum-heavy space to one based on interactive entertainment: its intentional
Yes, as some have commented online, Center in the Square IS moving away from a museum-heavy space to one based on interactive entertainment – in large part due to financial necessity. Gone from ...
Gene Marrano Jan 19, 2026

The Grandin Theatre’s Annual Black History Month Film Program includes a second location this year – the Harrison Museum of African American Culture,
Ian Fortier (L) Grandin Theatre February is Black History Month and two of Roanoke’s long time cultural institutions are teaming up for the Grandin Theatre’s 10th Annual Black History Mont...
Gene Marrano Jan 19, 2026

Spanberger makes history as Virginia’s first woman governor, signs 10 executive orders
RICHMOND, Va. — Abigail Spanberger made history Saturday when she took the oath of office as Virginia’s 75th governor, becoming the first woman elected to lead the commonwealth in its 250-...
Ian Price Jan 19, 2026

Virginia voters to decide on constitutional rights for abortion, same-sex marriage, and more
MGN RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia voters will have the final say on four proposed amendments to the state constitution, including measures to protect reproductive freedom and same-sex marriage, after...
Web Staff Jan 19, 2026

Two men dead after argument leads to shooting in Southeast Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke Police are investigating a double homicide after an argument between two men ended in a fatal shooting early Sunday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 1:33 a....
Web Staff Jan 18, 2026

BottleRock Napa Valley Reveals 2026 Lineup Led by Backstreet Boys
Following the official announcement from festival organizers, BottleRock Napa Valley has confirmed its 2026 lineup, with Backstreet Boys set to headline the event. The long-running pop group will top ...
Mariana A Jan 18, 2026

Robbie Williams Releases Britpop Album Early Without Warning
Robbie Williams has released his new album Britpop earlier than planned, making it available at midnight on January 16. The album had been scheduled for release in early February but arrived three wee...
Mariana A Jan 18, 2026

9-year-old girl seriously injured in Roanoke crash
ROANOKE, Va. – A nine-year-old girl is being treated for serious injuries after she was struck by a vehicle on Williamson Road NE late Saturday night. Roanoke police said in a statement the cras...
Web Staff Jan 17, 2026

Gracie Abrams Says She’s Ready to Share Her Third Studio Album
Gracie Abrams says she feels fully prepared to release her third studio album, describing a sense of calm and confidence around the project. After spending months writing and recording, she says the m...
Mariana A Jan 17, 2026
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