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Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–For most people, the words “retirement community” bring to mind rocking chairs and knitting needles. At Brandon Oaks, however, retirement community means beautiful carpets, a Wii gaming system, and an elegant lobby complete with pastries.
Yet go past the glamour. Take the elevator to the basement, to the heart of the building. Keep going... »
Call him Mr. Fix-It
CAVE SPRING–For most people, the words “retirement community” bring to mind rocking chairs and knitting needles. At Brandon Oaks, however, retirement community means beautiful carpets, a Wii gaming system, and an elegant lobby complete with pastries.
Yet go past the glamour. Take the elevator to the basement, to the heart of the building. Keep going... »
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–Walking into Pitt Boss BBQ on Brambleton Avenue is like walking into an Oakland Raiders clubhouse. Banners hang on the walls reminding guests of the Raiders’ Super Bowl XV win, and guests who spot owner James Tedesco are likely to see him sporting a Raiders t-shirt, or catch a glimpse of the Raiders... »
Pitt Boss BBQ owner wins chance of a lifetime
CAVE SPRING–Walking into Pitt Boss BBQ on Brambleton Avenue is like walking into an Oakland Raiders clubhouse. Banners hang on the walls reminding guests of the Raiders’ Super Bowl XV win, and guests who spot owner James Tedesco are likely to see him sporting a Raiders t-shirt, or catch a glimpse of the Raiders... »
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–A yard sale can barely make a dent in a $4 million hospital bill. But members of Cave Spring Baptist Church are willing to give it their best shot.
On Saturday, August 21, Cave Spring Baptist Church will sell used items, baked goods, hot dogs, and hold a car wash to raise money for... »
Cave Spring Baptist Church yard sale will raise money for Drew Bennett
CAVE SPRING–A yard sale can barely make a dent in a $4 million hospital bill. But members of Cave Spring Baptist Church are willing to give it their best shot.
On Saturday, August 21, Cave Spring Baptist Church will sell used items, baked goods, hot dogs, and hold a car wash to raise money for... » COMMENTS
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–“I’m amazed when people just stick a piece of chocolate in their mouth, chew it up, and swallow, without tasting it,” Bayla Sussman said. “I want to wallow in it a little bit.”
For Sussman, chocolate is about more than cocoa beans and sugar.
“It’s a very sensual thing,” Sussman said.
The owner of Baylee’s Best... »
Baylee’s Best Chocolates values food experience
CAVE SPRING–“I’m amazed when people just stick a piece of chocolate in their mouth, chew it up, and swallow, without tasting it,” Bayla Sussman said. “I want to wallow in it a little bit.”
For Sussman, chocolate is about more than cocoa beans and sugar.
“It’s a very sensual thing,” Sussman said.
The owner of Baylee’s Best... »
Breaking News, Cave Spring Connection
Yard sale items and volunteers needed
CAVE SPRING–Cave Spring Baptist Church is searching for yard sale items and volunteers for a fundraiser on August 21. The fundraiser will benefit seven-year-old Drew Bennett, who suffers from a Pseudo-obstruction. He needs stomach, small and large intestine, and liver transplants, which will cost approximately $4 million. Donations are being accepted August 19 and 20... »
Breaking News, Cave Spring Connection
CSHS proving Knights In Training Aug. 5 for new 9th graders
Cave Spring High School will host their fourth annual “Knights In Training” event for all upcoming ninth graders on Thursday, August 5, 2010 from 2:00-5:30 pm., followed by a cook-out from 5:30 pm-6:00 pm. The purpose of this event is to introduce the new ninth graders to the high school prior to the beginning of... »
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–Whether whitewater kayaking, hiking a 24-mile loop with only her dog for company, or moving to a town 500 miles from anyone she knew, Kimberly Smith has always had a spirit for adventure. Taking on a new job as assistant principal of Cave Spring Elementary School, Smith is ready to put that bold... »
New Cave Spring Elementary assistant principal ready for challenge
CAVE SPRING–Whether whitewater kayaking, hiking a 24-mile loop with only her dog for company, or moving to a town 500 miles from anyone she knew, Kimberly Smith has always had a spirit for adventure. Taking on a new job as assistant principal of Cave Spring Elementary School, Smith is ready to put that bold... » COMMENTS
looks like a great fit.
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–Even the 79 percent humidity and threat of thunderstorms was not enough to deter Cave Spring residents from raising money to fight pediatric cancer last weekend.
They, along with children and adults throughout Southwestern Virginia, set up old-fashioned lemonade stands for Anthem LemonAid. Cups of lemonade were sold for $1 each, and 100 percent... »
Cave Spring residents sell LemonAid to fight pediatric cancer
CAVE SPRING–Even the 79 percent humidity and threat of thunderstorms was not enough to deter Cave Spring residents from raising money to fight pediatric cancer last weekend.
They, along with children and adults throughout Southwestern Virginia, set up old-fashioned lemonade stands for Anthem LemonAid. Cups of lemonade were sold for $1 each, and 100 percent... »
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–Roanoke’s majestic blue mountains and lush woodlands have always inspired more than the area’s fair share of artists. And now up-and-coming artists have a new venue to display their work.
On Saturday, Frame ‘N Things will introduce its refurbished art gallery, renamed “The Underground Gallery,” featuring the artwork of lesser-known local artisans.
Located on Brambleton... »
Frame ‘N Things to open refurbished gallery July 17
CAVE SPRING–Roanoke’s majestic blue mountains and lush woodlands have always inspired more than the area’s fair share of artists. And now up-and-coming artists have a new venue to display their work.
On Saturday, Frame ‘N Things will introduce its refurbished art gallery, renamed “The Underground Gallery,” featuring the artwork of lesser-known local artisans.
Located on Brambleton... »
Cave Spring Connection, FEATURES 
CAVE SPRING–Imagine having 22,000 people throughout the world hanging onto every word. Few people, other than celebrities, have such a large audience.
Yet that’s the situation 22-year-old Jonathan Carlin finds himself in. His vlog, or video blog, has had a total of 57,000 views in one year; a single entry had 22,000 views. That is... »
Cave Spring graduate finding path in social media
CAVE SPRING–Imagine having 22,000 people throughout the world hanging onto every word. Few people, other than celebrities, have such a large audience.
Yet that’s the situation 22-year-old Jonathan Carlin finds himself in. His vlog, or video blog, has had a total of 57,000 views in one year; a single entry had 22,000 views. That is... » COMMENTS
Way to go Jonathan! er... Jonkerlin. We are proud of you!
haha, this is so cool, Jon is a very funny guy and seen him going from a small time vlogger ...
A Question? Can I make a contribution to Drew's support, through your church? I would like to do so to honor a ...
1 Comment »Edwin L. Williams II August 24, 2010