On November 23, 1949, a chilly Thanksgiving Eve, Roanoke Mayor, A.R. Minton, threw a switch and illuminated the Roanoke Star for the first time. It was over 50 years ago Roanoke earned the nickname, “Star City of the South,” and the star has been a part of the landscape of Mill Mountain ever since.

For more than 25 years, Frank Beamer was the head football coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies. At the time of his retirement in 2015, he was the winningest coach in the NCAA Division I. This restaurant meshes food and memorabilia of a legend.

The Blue Ridge Parkway makes its way through the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. At 469 miles, this scenic drive winds along the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy some of the best mountain views in the world.

Some parts of the parkway were affected by Hurricane Helene and may not be accessible.

Urban axe throwing originated in Canada 5-10 years ago and has been migrating south to the U.S. and internationally into Europe and Asia. It is a competitive sport involving throwing hatchets and small axes into vertical targets and is often described as “darts on steroids”. No prior experience or special athletic ability is required to throw axes. Everyone can participate!

Let it be known, Hannah beat Michael and won the 2022 Office Christmas Party Competition.