A group continues to protest weekly in downtown Roanoke seeking a face-to-face meeting with U.S. Rep. Ben Cline, R-Botetourt County. PHOTO BY TODD JACKSON FOR THE ROANOKE RAMBLER In today’s polarized ...

The community turned out for a public hearing on the city's budget and tax rates on Monday night. PHOTO BY TODD JACKSON FOR THE ROANOKE RAMBLER The city’s budget back-and-forth entered its go-time ...

Roanoke quietly removed diversity, equity and inclusion language from city government webpages for fear of losing federal funding. Above, officials celebrate the Dec. 19, 2022 unveiling of a concept ...

The Wells Fargo Tower and Roanoke Amtrak platform as seen in April 2025. PHOTO BY HENRI GENDREAU. Have a "recognizably Roanoke" photo for Happenings? Email us at [email protected] for a chance ...