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Paul Phillips will retire from Freedom First at the end of 2026. Photo courtesy Freedom First Credit Union
Oct 29, 2025

Freedom First credit union CEO to retire in 2026

Freedom First CEO Paul Phillips will retire in 2026. CFO Linda Johnson will succeed him at the Roanoke-headquartered credit union.

L to R: Tony Seupaul, Steve Arner and Nicholas Taubman. Photo courtesy Carilion Clinic
Oct 28, 2025

Carilion exceeds $100M fundraising goal for cancer center

Carilion Clinic surpasses $105M for its Roanoke cancer center and launches a new $50M proton therapy campaign.

The First National Exchange Bank building in downtown Roanoke. Photo courtesy The Promissory Hotel.
Oct 27, 2025

Historical Roanoke bank to reopen as music hall, hotel and restaurant

The First National Exchange Bank building in Roanoke is about to start a second life housing a boutique hotel, restaurant and 1,200-capacity venue.

Four cards and a stack of chips on a green felt table
Oct 14, 2025

Roanoke eyes casino at Berglund Center

Roanoke officials announced they are exploring the idea of locating a casino at the Berglund Center to boost revenue and tourism.

Bob Wills is CEO of the Branch Group. Photo courtesy Branch Group
Sep 26, 2025

Branch Group CEO plans 2026 retirement

The Branch Group, a construction firm headquartered in Roanoke, has promoted Jason Hoyle to COO, with other leadership changes announced.

Law firms integrate AI into daily practices
Sep 1, 2025

Law firms integrate AI into daily practices

Virginia attorneys say AI is changing law for the better, boosting efficiency and reshaping law schools, billing, ethics and client access.

Nostalgia-fueled Colony House reopens
Sep 1, 2025

Nostalgia-fueled Colony House reopens

Thanks to $10 million in 21st-century improvements, Roanoke‘s Colony House Motor Lodge will once again welcome guests who are into time travel. The iconic motel, which opened in 1959 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, closed in 2018 as it awaited an extensive makeover that includes redecorated rooms and modern-day enhancements. […]

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Photo courtesy Carilion Clinic.
Jul 24, 2025

Carilion to build first two freestanding emergency departments

Carilion Clinic on Tuesday announced plans to open two freestanding emergency departments offering 24/7 emergency care.

Carilion taps new chief nursing officer
Jul 17, 2025

Carilion taps new chief nursing officer

Carilion Clinic announced several new leadership changes this week, including Michelle Franklin as chief nursing officer.

Carilion Clinic raises $96M for cancer center
Jul 3, 2025

Carilion Clinic raises $96M for cancer center

Carilion Clinic is counting on public support to reach its $100 million goal to build a six-story cancer center in Roanoke.

Botetourt County officials announced Tuesday that Google plans to build a data center at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield. Photo by Beth JoJack
Jun 24, 2025

Google buys $14M parcel for Botetourt data center

Google purchased 312 acres in Botetourt County for a future data center and pledged an additional $4Mfor community projects.

GO Virginia grant boosts biotech in Roanoke, New River Valley
Jun 1, 2025

GO Virginia grant boosts biotech in Roanoke, New River Valley

A $4.9M GO Virginia grant funds biotech innovation in the Roanoke and New River valleys, aiming to create 1,315 jobs and $40.8M in impact.

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