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A Lifetime of Memories at The Homeplace, the Iconic Catawba, VA Restaurant
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All Aboard! A Smith Mountain Lake Adventure on the Virginia Dare
If there is one thing I love, it is finding fun ways to enjoy everything Smith Mountain Lake has to offer and the Virginia Dare is truly one of those special lake experiences!
Take to the Lake Aboard the Virginia Dare
There is just something magical about seeing SML from the water. The mountain views feel bigger, life slows down a little and even those of us who spend plenty of time around the lake can discover something new. Add in good food, cold drinks and a beautiful sunset, and honestly…what more could you ask for?
For more than three decades, the Virginia Dare has been a familiar and beloved sight on Smith Mountain Lake. This charming replica side-wheeler gives visitors and locals an easy, laid-back way to explore the lake. No boat ownersh...
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Will Gen-Z Ever Buy a Home?
By Timothy Compton
My friend group consists of a handful of twenty-somethings who would be there for each other day and night. We laugh together, we pick on each other and even lend each other a few dollars from time to time. Every week, the four of us find ourselves sitting in a lop-sided circle under one of our carports. Usually in a mis-matched set of camping chairs on their last limb.
Last year during one of these sessions, I spoke up and said, "I think I'm going to become a Realtor." A short pause from the group.
"Do people still even buy houses?"
If you're one of the Roanoke Valley's 1,800 real estate licensees, this question may seem out of touch. If you were born between 1997-2006, commonly known as Generation-Z, this may seem like a valid question. Especially if 73% of your generation did not own a home.
Luckily for...
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When Two People See Home Differently
I once knew a couple — let's call them Mr. and Mrs. Robertson.
They were in their 80s, still living at home, and like most couples who had spent a lifetime together… they loved each other deeply. They had been socially active for years, always on the go, always connected.
But over time, life began to change.
Health issues slowed them down. Their world became smaller — mostly trips to the doctor, the drugstore, and the grocery store. Many of their lifelong friends had either passed away or were dealing with serious health challenges of their own.
They weren't neglected. Their two sons were involved and caring,...
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Autism Awareness Month in the Roanoke Valley: Understanding, Acceptance, and the Power of Inclusion
This month, we recognize Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to learning about autism, celebrating autistic individuals, and encouraging a more inclusive society. While awareness is important, the deeper goal of this month is understanding and recognizing the strengths, challenges, and unique perspectives of people on the autism spectrum.
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate, interact socially, and experience the world around them. The term spectrum is important because autism presents differently in every individual. Some autistic people may need significant daily support, while others live independently and thrive in careers, education, and creative pursuits.
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