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Vinton holds second public meeting to discuss plans for new library

VINTON–The second public meeting inviting residents to weigh in on what they envision for the new Vinton Library took place at the Vinton War Memorial on May 15. Assistant Roanoke County Administrator Richard Caywood, Roanoke County  Board of Supervisors Chairman Mike Altizer, and Vinton Mayor Brad Grose briefed citizens on the progress being made... »

Vinton Town Council approves zoning petitions, recognizes Child Abuse Awareness Prevention Month

VINTON–Vinton Town Council met in Chambers on April 2, 2013, for public hearings on two zoning petitions, for briefings on a variety of topics,  and for more work sessions on the upcoming budget for 2013-14. Mayor Brad Grose recognized 1,200 National Service participants across the Roanoke Valley and local AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers in particular... »

Vinton Public Works Employee retires after 40 years of service

VINTON–Eddie Cooper who has worked in the Town of Vinton Public Works Department since 1973 retired on March 1. “Eddie Cooper gave forty years of service and dedication to the Town of Vinton,” said Gary Woodson, Vinton’s Director of Public Works.  “I am very thankful for his contributions to the community and his professional family... »

Vinton officials and citizens tour South County Library in anticipation of public meetings

VINTON–In 2011, Diana Rosaspepe, Director of Roanoke County Library, praised citizens in the Glenvar community for their enthusiasm involving the construction of their new library.  “It was really encouraging to see how much support there was for this library and how invested people are in the design process,” said Rosapepe. Two years later, she... »

New Library key to growth in downtown Vinton

VINTON–Most residents of Vinton do not view the proposed library as a pleasant amenity that will improve the cultural life of the Town; they see it as a lifeline necessary for the rejuvenation of the downtown area.                       While the corridors of Vinton are... »

Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce holds Senior Expo on March 26

VINTON–The Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce (VACC) will be hosting its annual Senior Expo on Tuesday, March 26, at the Vinton War Memorial from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The Senior Expo welcomes both seniors and those with aging family members. About 70 vendors will be setting up for this year’s event, representing  agencies,... »

Hill Studio serves integral role in Downtown Vinton Revitalization Project

VINTON–Hill Studio has played an integral role in the Vinton Downtown Revitalization plan since the inception of the project. The Town began working with the firm years ago on various undertakings. In 2009 the Town chose them from a group of consulting firms who submitted proposals when the Town was awarded a Business District... »

Vinton Town Council holds second public hearing on CDBG grant

VINTON–Vinton Town Council devoted their meeting on February 5 to business and financial matters. They held the second of two required public hearings to seek input from citizens on the $700,000 Community Development and Block Grant (CDBG) for Downtown Revitalization. Ryan Spitzer, assistant to the Town Manager and administrator of the grant, explained that... »

Shoe Show scheduled to open at Lake Drive Plaza in Vinton

VINTON–A new Shoe Show store will soon be opening at Lake Drive Plaza in Vinton in the location of the former Blockbuster Video. Renovations began during the week of January 21. “We do not have a scheduled opening date yet; however if construction is complete in mid-February, I would anticipate the store opening in... »

Munn-Lively named Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce President

VINTON–Liz Munn-Lively grew up in North Carolina, lives in Salem, works for the Roanoke Times, and is the new president of the Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce (VACC). She came to Vinton by way of enthusiasm. She has long been a supporter of the Vinton Chamber’s events. With many friends in town, she started... »