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Brown Edwards acquires Virginia Beach-based accounting firm
Roanoke accounting and advisory firm Brown Edwards announced last week that it has acquired Virginia Beach-based DesRoches & Co.
Roanoke remembers Hurricane Juan’s 1985 toll
Forty years ago, remnants of Hurricane Juan dumped buckets of rain on the Roanoke Valley for days. Then, on Election Day, the area received 6.6 inches over a few hours. The Roanoke River rose to more than 23 feet. The 1985 flood claimed 10 lives in the valley. An economic price was also paid. “In […]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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 to build first two freestanding emergency departments
Carilion Clinic on Tuesday announced plans to open two freestanding emergency departments offering 24/7 emergency care.
