In this compelling episode of Civic Pulse, we delve into the pressing issue of health disparities affecting children in Roanoke. Join Trish and Dr. Liz Ackley as they explore the findings from the Roanoke Valley Community Healthy Living Index, revealing the barriers to healthy living faced by local families. Discover how community-driven initiatives like Roanoke's new Melrose Plaza are making strides in addressing these challenges by providing access to nutritious food and safe spaces for physical activity. Tune in to learn how collective efforts are paving the way for a healthier future for Roanoke's youngest residents.

Dive into our latest episode of Civic Pulse with special guest, Mayor Joe Cobb! Discover how Roanoke is transforming through housing reform, public safety initiatives, and efforts to tackle homelessness. 🎙️ Don't miss this insightful conversation on leadership and community involvement. Tune in now and be part of the change!

In this episode of Civic Pulse, we chat with Katie Clifton, the founder of the Calm Clinic and Caravan, a mobile acupuncture clinic operating in Southwest and Central Virginia. Tune in to learn about the amazing benefits of acupuncture treatments and their impact on underserved communities in our region.

In this episode of Civic Pulse, Trish interviews Dr. Beth Polk, a family physician and associate professor at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Dr. Polk explains that lifestyle medicine uses evidence-based lifestyle interventions, such as diet, exercise, sleep, stress management, social connections, and avoiding risky substances, to improve health outcomes. 

In this episode of Civic Pulse, Trish interviews Councilman Peter Volosin from Roanoke about the recently passed 2025-2026 budget. Peter discusses the challenges of managing the city's finances, including cutting $3.5 million to address funding gaps, and the role of the City Manager in budget creation. Tune in to discover this intriguing behind-the-scenes discussion.