It's Black History Month and this special feature is about Lucy Addison. When she came to the Star City of the South in the early 20th century, a higher level of education for Black Roanokers was discovered. Her dedication and love for education created a new type of black community - one in which opportunity and equality was becoming real. Listen in and learn what Lucy did for Roanoke and how this encouraged the growth of black education and later - academic equality.

Thank you for an amazing full year and enjoy my brief message

This 40 minute episode breaks down the events and timeline of before, during, and after December 7th, 1941 “A day which will live in Infamy” (sorry that this was posted late, but I hope you still enjoy it regardless. Bless our veterans 🇺🇸🇺🇸

Here’s the second-half to our top 10. Enjoy and Happy Halloween 🎃 👻

Happy Halloween! 👻🎃 This episode is all about spooks, ghost sightings, and paranormal activity that dwells within the valley. There will be a second part later this week since this episode is very long. Stay tuned.

Southwest Virginia is truly an unique area of the commonwealth especially in the fall. In this 30 minute first episode of season 4, we look at to traditions that Or as old as the trees in the valleys and see the importance and role in defining the heritage and culture of the Appalachia and Blue Ridge regions.

This 28-minute finale episode is a continuation to the series looking at the Valley Region and SWVA and how they moved in new and improved ways that changed traveling in society forever. It is recommended to watch part one (S:2 E:2) before this.

This Lost but not Forgotten episode features a truly amazing piece of railroad history in the heart of Southwest Virginia. Not only one of a kind, but also one of only a few remaining pieces of a long gone and lesser known railroad in Virginia. Listen in to this 11-minute segment about this site’s interesting story.

This 25-minute episode looks back at one of America’s most popular summer sports since the late 19th century. Hear about the many teams that once played in their communities across the valley and the change of baseball over the years with the existing teams. If you like baseball and history (or just one of those) than this episode recording is for you.

Happy Military Appreciation Month! This 23-minute episode special features SWVA’s first taste of war as many here made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom and home.