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    May 2, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  1. Busy weekend in Roanoke to include Strawberry Festival, Chili Cook-Off and Cinco De Mayo events

    Every spring and summer the Roanoke area comes alive with plenty of festivals and events for the entire family.
    Every spring and summer the Roanoke area comes alive with plenty of festivals and events for the entire family. And with those events comes a lot of people and a big boost to the local economy.  Just this weekend alone, there's the Strawberry Festival...

    Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, Strawberries, Arts and Culture, Chili, Lifestyle and Leisure

    2. May 7, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  2. Kimberly McBroom's Blog

    Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...

    Tags: Heavy Engineering, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Toys, CMT (tv network), Jennie Garth

    3. Mar 30, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  3. Marginal Arts Festival parade entertains in downtown Roanoke

    With Roanoke's Bagpipe Band Warpipe leading the way, it started with a hint of Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day parade, but the similarities quickly disappeared as the colorful caravan made its way up Campbell Avenue.
    Reporter
    With Roanoke's Bagpipe Band Warpipe leading the way, it started with a hint of Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day parade, but the similarities quickly disappeared as the colorful caravan made its way up Campbell Avenue. The Marginal Arts Festival Parade...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Genetic Engineering, Festive Events

    4. Mar 21, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  4. Back and forth weather bad for business

    The chilly temperatures are a rude awakening after the spring-like conditions we saw this weekend and over the past couple of days
    WDBJ7 anchor/reporter
    The chilly temperatures are a rude awakening after the spring-like conditions we saw this weekend and over the past couple of days But the change in the weather can also be a headache for businesses who rely on the foot traffic warmer weather brings....

    Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, Weather, Business, Weather Reports

    5. Mar 18, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  5. McDonald's St. Patrick's Day Parade & Shamrock Festival Announces Parade Winners

    Around 22,000 people watched Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday and saw some impressive floats.
    Around 22,000 people watched Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday and saw some impressive floats. The winners were announced Monday. Virginia Highlands Pipe and Drums won best overall float. The Patrick Henry High School Air Force ROTC...

    Tags: Shamrock, Arts and Culture, Holidays, Festive Events, Symbols and Symbolism

    6. Mar 15, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  6. Saturday's St. Patrick's Day Parade forecast

    The floats are nearly ready, the beads are set, if only we had last year's weather. While the temperatures will be about the same for Saturday's St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Roanoke, sunshine may be hard to come by.
    The floats are nearly ready, the beads are set, if only we had last year's weather. While the temperatures will be about the same for Saturday's St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Roanoke, sunshine may be hard to come by. The McDonald's St. Patrick'...

    Tags: Shamrock, Arts and Culture, Holidays, Festive Events, Sports

    7. Mar 14, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  7. Free parking areas designated for Saturday's St. Patrick's Day parade in Roanoke

    Free parking will be offered in several PARK Roanoke locations on Saturday for the St. Patrick's Day Parade and festivities.
    Free parking will be offered in several PARK Roanoke locations on Saturday for the St. Patrick's Day Parade and festivities. For information on where to park, refer to the news release below. ------------------------------------------ Parking is...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Holidays, Festive Events

    8. Mar 14, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  8. Streets closing in Roanoke for Saturday's St. Patrick's Day celebrations

    This weekend, several streets in Roanoke will be closed to accomodate for St. Patrick's Day events and celebrations.
    This weekend, several streets in Roanoke will be closed to accomodate for St. Patrick's Day events and celebrations. We would like to share the City of Roanoke's news release regarding these closures: -------------------------------------------- The...

    Tags: Shamrock, Holidays, Symbols and Symbolism

    9. Mar 15, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  9. Downtown Roanoke preparing for thousands at the St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock Festival

    The St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock Festival will happen from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 16.
    WDBJ7 Multimedia Journalist
    The St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock Festival will happen from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 16. The parade will kick off at 11 a.m. The Shamrock Festival starts on Salem Avenue right behind the City Market Building. Downtown Roanoke...

    Tags: Shamrock, Arts and Culture, Holidays, Festive Events, Symbols and Symbolism

    10. Mar 9, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

  10. St. Patrick's Day comes early to history and food fanatics

    St. Patrick's Day came a week early for a group of eager people in Henry County.
    WDBJ7 Reporter
    St. Patrick's Day came a week early for a group of eager people in Henry County. It was more of a class then a celebration of all things green, focusing on the history of St. Patrick. He visited Ireland in the 400's and spread Christianity, some...

    Tags: Shamrock, Republic of Ireland, Holidays, Leprechauns (legendary entities), Symbols and Symbolism

    11. Mar 17, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  11. A parade brings thousands for Irish celebration

    Downtown Roanoke was practically painted green Saturday afternoon as more than ten-thousand people celebrated Saint Patrick's Day.         
    Multimedia Journalist
    Downtown Roanoke was practically painted green Saturday afternoon as more than ten-thousand people celebrated Saint Patrick's Day.          To celebrate this holiday you don't have to be Irish all you need is something green. The parade is...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Festive Events

    12. Mar 19, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

  12. Saturday was record turnout for Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day Parade

    It looks like Roanoke's St. Patrick Day's broke an attendance record.
    WDBJ7 Reporter
    It looks like Roanoke's St. Patrick Day's broke an attendance record. The parade usually attracts around ten thousand people. EventZone, which puts on the parade, estimates there were easily close to 15,000 people lining the streets of downtown...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Festive Events

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