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Academy of Fine Arts adds giant mural to Lynchburg building
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefA big art project is changing the look of downtown Lynchburg. The Academy of Fine Arts is putting a giant mural on the side of 600 Main Street. A Lynchburg artist named Megan Wells started working on it last week. The finished painting will be more...Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts, Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia)
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Two Roanoke girls make national headlines
Multimedia JournalistTwo Roanoke women are making national headlines for their musical talent. After entering the HLN Rise and Shine Song Contest for CNN, the two are hoping to become the new theme song for this popular morning show. Morning time may not be a favorite for...Tags: CNN (tv network), Arts and Culture, Arts
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Mini Graceland in need of big facelift
Anchor/ReporterFor decades it's been an odd tourist attraction near the Mill Mountain Star. A miniature Graceland, built in the 1980s by a husband for his wife. Over the years it's fallen into disrepair-- now comes a real effort to raise money to return Mini...Tags: Tour Operations Industry, Arts and Culture, Facebook, Arts
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UPDATED: Dedication of Martin Luther King Junior Memorial is postponed
UPDATED:
WASHINGTON (AP) --
A planned weekend dedication of the Martin Luther King Junior Memorial on the National Mall has been postponed until September or October.
Approaching Hurricane Irene dashed hopes of paying tribute to the late civil rights...Tags: Weather, The Associated Press, Washington, DC, Justice and Rights, Barack Obama
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Sidewalk sale coming to Market St. in Roanoke
More than 30 vendors are taking part in a big sidewalk sale Saturday in downtown Roanoke.
There will be something for everyone today all along Market St. Local vendors are coming out of the stores to give you some deals.
In addition, there will be...Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts
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Patrick County picker wins Steve Martin's admiration and award
ReporterSammy Shelor is a four-time Banjo Performer of the Year. Now, the Patrick County picker has also won the admiration of the popular comedian, actor, author and musician Steve Martin. Shelor is the second winner of the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in...Tags: The Late Show with David Letterman (tv program), David Letterman, Artists, Arts and Culture, Arts
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Former Virginia Tech football player Tommy Edwards share his struggles with mental health problems through music
REPORTERMental health isn't always an easy topic to talk about, especially for those who suffer from it. But former Virginia Tech running back Tommy Edwards is raising awareness about his personal struggles through his music. Edwards was diagnosed with Post...Tags: Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health, Heart (music group), Arts and Culture
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6th annual Roanoke Greek Festival this weekend
ReporterIt's an annual celebration of Greek culture. The Roanoke Greek Festival is this weekend. The 6th annual event is held at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Visitors will be able to get all their favorite greek foods and pastries. ...Tags: Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Christian Orthodoxy, Arts and Culture, Arts, Festive Events
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OUR HEALTH: A Trip Down Memory Lane
A Trip Down Memory Lane
Sisters Farrah and Ava Davis know all the words to and regularly sing “Good Ship Lollipop,” made famous by Shirley Temple in the 1930’s, have many friends and fans who are senior citizens, and are very familiar...Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Arts and Culture, Shirley Temple, Health (music group), The Happiest News!
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Many aren't fans of Facebook changes
ReporterFacebook isn't exactly making a lot of friends this week. The social media giant unveiled a bunch of new changes. Many of Facebook's 750 million users "dislike" the facelift. Catherine Bertorelli told News 7 "I don't like the Facebook changes at all."...Tags: Google+, Google Inc., Mass Media, Arts and Culture, Facebook
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Saddles and Bluegrass Hoedown Fundraiser set for Saturday
Folks are invited to head to Boones Mill this weekend for a big celebration that's helping a great cause.
On Saturday, there will be a Saddles and Bluegrass Hoedown fundraiser to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Healing Strides of Virginia. It's an...Tags: Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Health Treatments, Arts and Culture, Ceremonies, Arts
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Blacksburg festival coordinators want artwork
Weekend Anchor/ReporterA Blacksburg festival is gearing up for some artistic input. The Steppin' Out Festival is held the first weekend in August, but it's already time to start accepting t-shirt designs for next year! This will be the 32nd time for the contest and t-...Tags: Arts and Culture, Arts, Festive Events
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