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In an era of segregated healthcare, Roanoke’s Hunton Life Saving Crew broke barriers as the nation’s first all-Black volunteer rescue squad.

PATCHWORK 250: Discover the friendship and leadership of two local legends who left a lasting mark on Virginia and American history.

In Virginia, the Cherokee wars of 1776 saw battles between the Cherokee Native Americans and settlers in the region.

PATCHWORK 250: Caty Sage vanished in 1792 and was found decades later living among Native Americans.

From the NFL to outer space, a man who made history calls Central Virginia home.

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home.

For nearly a century, the Appalachian Trail has wound its way through the Roanoke Valley, becoming not just a hiking path but a cornerstone of local history and community life.

Twenty years after Victory Stadium was torn down, the history that unfolded on its field still echoes through Roanoke.

Under H.L. Roberts in the 1930’s the park started to get a family friendly reputation as thousands of people flocked to the park from across the country and live music was played from the likes of Hank Williams Jr and Conway Twitty.

The Bedford Boys were an infantry battalion group from the Virginia National Guard who got their start during peace time.

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home.

Eleanor Roosevelt's link to Southwest Virginia comes alive through a dress at the Grayson County Historical Society - made possible by one teacher's bold request.