What defines the “Roanoke Region”?

It’s been 25 years since the governments of our region saw the wisdom of working together for economic growth. Since forming the Roanoke Valley Economic Development Partnership in 1983, the theory of working together has been tested
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Green is as green does

When Al Gore won the Nobel Peace Prize for launching his assault on the climate crisis, people started giving green initiatives a little more attention. Now, he’s spending $300 million on a really cool campaign
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beyond marketing takes a look at the Roanoke Valley, and Southwest Virginia, in the context of broader economic development, tourism and business issues in the hope of inspiring leaders to make decisions that are progressive and sustainable.
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