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Grab A Cup Of Joe From These Coffee Shops

Female Barista making a drink
Are you in a bit of a coffee rut? You love the hot stuff, but after drinking the same type of coffee day in and day out, you need a change. You can explore a variety of delicious coffee flavors right here in Roanoke. Check out the top spots to... [read more]

Whip Up These Last-Minute Desserts

Warm Chocolate Lava Cake with Molten Center and Red Currants
Making a holiday meal is hard work, and it’s easy to run out of time before getting to the desserts. Fortunately, you can wait until the last minute and still have a full dessert table this year. Check out these last-minute dessert recipes you can make in 30 minutes or... [read more]

Make Dinner A Success With These Holiday Recipes

Christmas ham around decorations
It won’t be long before your family is gathering around the table for the holiday meal. Naturally, you want to impress everyone with your culinary skills, and that won’t be a problem if you select the right holiday recipes. Get some recipes for the main course and sides so that... [read more]

Keep The Holiday Fun With These 6 Stocking Stuffers

Christmas stockings are hanging by the chimney
Do you do a great job on presents, but your stocking stuffers are hit and miss? You can wow your family this year with these cool stocking stuffers. In fact, these stocking stuffers will be such a hit that you might have to remind your family that they still need... [read more]

Win Secret Santa With These Gifts Under $30

Unwrapping a Christmas Present
Participating in Secret Santa manages to be both fun and stressful. You love surprising your friends and receiving gifts but finding a nice gift at the right price isn’t easy. Fortunately, you can take the stress out of the equation by getting one of these Secret Santa gifts under $30. Zojirushi... [read more]

Bring Joy Into Your Home With These 5 Holiday Cookies Recipes

Christmas milk and cookies
Do you normally buy holiday treats at the store? While that’ll do in a pinch, nothing beats making holiday cookies with your family. Check out some cookie recipes that are sure to bring an extra dose of joy to your household this season. 1.      Sugar Tree Cookies One Christmas tree isn’t enough... [read more]

Spread Holiday Cheer With These Decoration Ideas

Cozy living room winter interior with fireplace
Do you want to add some extra cheer to your house this season? You can do just that with some decorations. Instead of shelling out lots of money on pre-made décor, you can make everything yourself. Check out some easy holiday decorating ideas that you can whip together in an... [read more]

Take The Kids To Elmwood On Ice

Learning to Ice-skate
Skate into the holiday season this year at Elmwood on Ice in Downtown Roanoke. Elmwood Park’s outdoor ice-skating rink is open Wednesdays through Sundays until Jan. 30. Admission is $6 a person, and skate rentals are $2 each. Oh, and this year, the event includes putt-putt golf for $3. If... [read more]

Follow These Safety Tips When Putting Up Holiday Lights

Christmas Lights
With Christmas around the corner, now’s the time to put up holiday lights. The lights add some holiday cheer and will show your neighbors that you’re in the Christmas spirit. Before you start the project, go over some safety tips for putting up holiday lights. Then, you’ll be ready to... [read more]

These Black Friday Tips Will Help You Beat the Crowds

Woman shopping electronic online at Black Friday discount.
Black Friday shopping can feel like a bit of a competition. You have to find a way to secure deals that others also want, which can get intense. You can come out ahead this year by following these Black Friday shopping tips. Find the Best Deals A little research can go a... [read more]