Roanoke County schools paid $2.5 million for Poage Farm in 2008. Now, they’re selling it to a developer for a so-far undisclosed sum. I asked readers to predict the sales price and got guesses from Idaho Falls to Vinton. One sly wag from Botetourt predicted $1.5 trillion.
Roanoke County School Board candidates take on politics, issues roanoke.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from roanoke.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
What’s News Today: Budget hearings, Safe Boating Week
What’s News Today: Budget hearings, Safe Boating Week
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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Roanoke City Council will hold a public hearing about the city’s proposed budget and taxes. The proposed spending plan is $307 million, an increase of $9.6 million. The budget address seven priorities, including education, community safety, human services and more. The hearing begins at 7 p.m. You can register to comment by contacting the city clerk’s office by noon.
Butzer to resign from Roanoke County School Board roanoke.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from roanoke.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.