Did you know that produce grown in Roanoke County, Virginia was once in high demand as far away as New York and England? Join historian Nelson Harris for a look at the history of Bent Mountain and Back Creek. It's the latest episode of RVTV's monthly series, Roanoke Valley Then & Now. #history #roanoke #bentmountain #backcreek | Roanoke Valley Television - RVTV

We’ve made it to the end of January! While winter weather has been front and center lately, let’s take a moment to look back at some of the good things happening in the Star City, like: 🎉Celebrating the newest graduates from the Roanoke Police Academy and promotions of several Roanoke FireEMS Department personnel 🛹A look at the Wasena Skatepark and Pump Track; PLAY Roanoke ribbon-cutting details are coming soon 📚And a look at Mayor Cobb's new book club visiting Roanoke Public Libraries This w