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Preston Park's Orris is September Education Impact Honoree (opens the original)
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ROANOKE, Va. – The new school year brings more than a fresh start to learning. Sometimes, it also brings a brand-new facility, along with new challenges. That’s why Stacie Orris, assistant principal at Preston Park Elementary, was selected as the Blue Eagle Credit Union/WSLS September Education Impact honoree. The new Preston Park building was the result of years of advocacy and planning. Orris worked closely with Principal Dr. Tracey Hoffman and supported schoolwide and districtwide initiatives
Virginia Tech’s Skipper cannon started as a secret cadet project (opens the original)
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BLACKSBURG, Va. – The cannon fired after every Hokies touchdown began with a rivalry and a group of cadets determined to build their own tradition. It is more than a blast meant to amp up a college football crowd. Every detonation from Virginia Tech’s Skipper cannon propels the program back to a bygone era when cadets, without permission from the administration, did not simply start a tradition. Homer “Sonny” Hickam was a member of Alpha Company in the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets when he watch
Salem Animal Hospital joins Salem-Roanoke Chamber of Commerce (opens the original)
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SALEM, Va. – Key links in the “Clear the Shelters” chain are in the area animal hospitals and clinics that treat and rehab strays so that they can become adoptable pets. The oldest veterinary practice in the Roanoke Valley celebrated its membership with the Salem Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Wednesday morning with a ribbon-cutting at their new facility. The area cornerstone for animal care is a private practice that also provides services to the area shelters that treat and rehab strays, a
Air Force veteran surprised with new roof in Roanoke thanks to Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project (opens the original)
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ROANOKE, Va. – An early-morning knock at the door turned into a life-changing surprise for Roanoke Air Force veteran Michael Randolph. A team of volunteers showed up to tell Randolph he’d been selected to receive a new roof through the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. It’s the second time in a week that Cenvar Roofing has helped deliver a new roof to a local veteran in the Roanoke area. According to organizers, Randolph’s daughter, Stacy, nominated him for the program. “We’ve got a few peo
The Salvation Army of Roanoke keeps the spirit of giving alive with Christmas in July fundraiser (opens the original)
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ROANOKE, Va. – It may be summer, but the Salvation Army of Roanoke is bringing holiday cheer to our area with its Christmas in July fundraiser. The iconic red kettles will be out at the Bonsack Walmart now through Friday, July 31, to help bridge the gap when donations slow down but needs stay high. After all, community needs don’t take summer off for vacation. “That need has no season, so Christmas in July allows us to raise needed funds throughout the year,” said Volunteer and Special Events Co
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