The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - VL4

Valley Life
Discover Virginia's Greater Roanoke Valley

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CO-EDITORS:
Pennie Anderson, Communications Manager,
Roanoke Regional Chamber
Caroline Goode, Executive Director,
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce

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DAVID HUNGATE

ENGAGING CONTENT Ÿ INTEGRATED CONNECTIONS

Contents
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On the Cover
David Hungate photographed school children
at the Butterfly Garden at Center in the Square.

PUBLISHER: J. Richard Wells
PRESIDENT: Steve Beyer
VICE PRESIDENT CLIENT SERVICES:
Denise Koff
EDITOR IN CHIEF: Kurt Rheinheimer

Welcome to the Valley

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Tools of the Trade

ASSOCIATE EDITOR/EDITORIAL
DIRECTOR: Samantha Hoback

Why do we love the Roanoke Valley?

Opportunities and resources abound for
businesses of all sizes in the valley.

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR: Patty Jackson

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DIGITAL PUBLICATIONS EDITOR:
Jeffrey K. Wood

Discover the best of the valley's
recreational opportunities.

ART DIRECTOR: Caroline McKean

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Be Our Neighbor
Find home sweet home in one of the
valley's neighborhoods.

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Top of the Class
Students in the valley receive an
outstanding education in both the
classroom and the community.

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The Art of Living
Museums, live entertainment, wine tastings
and so much more.

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FAQ: Health Care
The region's top providers answer important
health care questions.

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MAGAZINE

Staying Active in the Valley

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Something Old,
Something New
Local retailers and specialty stores have
something for everyone.

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The Wise Choice
Find out why the valley is a popular
retirement destination.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS:
Gene Marrano, Alexia Stone
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Mike Azar, Boyd Photography,
Jason Collins, Kemper Mills Fant,
Jes Gearing, David Hungate, Tara Lilly, Brent Winter Lemon, Noah Magnifico, William Mahone
SALES DIRECTOR: Julie Mayer

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Felisha Smith

Important community contact
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of The Roanoker - January/February 2016

Letters/Worth a Click
From the Editor
From our Readers
Recollection
Events
57 Things We Love About Roanoke
Young Professionals are Making a Difference in Roanoke
Boomer Challenge: Caring for Aging Parents
The Strup Home at Smith Mountain Lake
Is Fortunato Changing the Face of Roanoke Dining?
The Dish
Where are They Now?
Special Section: Valley Life
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Intro
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Cover1
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Cover2
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 3
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 9
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Letters/Worth a Click
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 11
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - From the Editor
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 13
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - From our Readers
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 15
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Recollection
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 17
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Events
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 19
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 57 Things We Love About Roanoke
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Young Professionals are Making a Difference in Roanoke
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Boomer Challenge: Caring for Aging Parents
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 40
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 41
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - The Strup Home at Smith Mountain Lake
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Special Section: Valley Life
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 53
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Is Fortunato Changing the Face of Roanoke Dining?
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The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 63
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - The Dish
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - 65
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Where are They Now?
The Roanoker - January/February 2016 - Cover3
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