Rasoul, D-Roanoke, said he’s forming an exploratory committee that will assess voter opinions and funding. A General Assembly ...

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 ...

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.

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

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

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

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 ...

Find the information you need to make an informed decision in our compendium of the 2024 races for Roanoke mayor and City Council. Welcome to The Rambler’s compendium of the 2024 races for Roanoke ...

Ramblings Ramblings: Judge Upholds Roanoke Limits on Guns; Council Adopts State Law Wish List; City Has Poor Health Data What are Ramblings? Ramblings are a collection of short items that have caught ...

Environment Potential Botetourt Data Center Could Be Google's Thirstiest in Virginia, Prompting Water Wars With the chance of a major data center, the Roanoke region faces one of the most territorial ...

Developers plan to invest $50 million into a project meant to revitalize the Walker Machine and Foundry property in Roanoke's Norwich neighborhood. PHOTO BY DAVID HUNGATE FOR THE ROANOKE RAMBLER Where ...