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The Heart of Grandin: Where Film, Community, and Home Come Together in Roanoke, VA
There are places that are more than buildings.
Places that hold memories, spark connection, and quietly shape the soul of a neighborhood.
The Grandin Theatre is one of those places.
For nearly a century, this historic theatre has stood as a landmark in Roanoke not just as a movie house, but as a gathering place for the community. It has weathered change, growth, and generations of stories, remaining a constant where people come together to laugh, reflect, celebrate, and connect.
Walking into the Grandin feels different. You sense its age in the best possible way with the original details, the patina, the echoes of decades of shared experience...
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A Realtor's Take on The Roanoker's Look at Roanoke's Neighborhoods
A Realtor's Take on The Roanoker's Look at Roanoke's Neighborhoods
At MKB REALTORS®, we spend our days helping people find homes across Roanoke and Southwest Virginia. Because of that, we pay close attention anytime someone thoughtfully tells the story of this region and its neighborhoods.
Recently, The Roanoker published a feature titled "The Neighborhoods That Shape Roanoke's Character." It is a well done, deeply local piece that captures something we see every day in our work. Roanoke is not defined by one zip code or one type of buyer. It is shaped by many distinct neighborhoods, each...
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Explore the Outdoors: My Favorite Places in the Alleghany Highlands
As someone who grew up in the Alleghany Highlands, I can honestly say there's nowhere else quite like it. This quiet corner of Virginia isn't just beautiful - it's home to me. Life moves a little slower here, and that's part of what makes it so special. In a world that's always rushing, there's something grounding about growing up in a small town where everyone waves, you bump into at least 3 people you know at the grocery store, and nature is always just a few steps away.
Whether you're a fellow local, a weekend visitor, or someone just discovering this area for the first time, I hope you'll find as much joy in these places as I always have.
- Falling Spring Falls
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Living in North Roanoke: Food, Shopping and Experiences
Explore Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. As the second-largest municipal park in the United States, it offers a variety of activities, including:- Hiking, walking, biking, horseback riding, running: With over 60 miles of trails, there's a path for every skill level.
- Boating, kayaking, canoei...
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Hidden Gems of the Roanoke Valley
Thomas enjoying dinner at Taco Riendo!
Our little valley is home to best-loved spots famous up and down the East Coast – from the iconic overlook at McAfee Knob, to our signature Mill Mountain Star. But the region is chock-full of hidden gems, too. Here are a few of my personal favorites:
A Classic Greasy Spoon (& I mean that with love!)
If you've got a soft spot for old-school diners that haven't changed in a half-century (Me! Yes...
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