Mill Mountain Theatre is hosting a play set in Appalachia Gene Marrano September 15, 2023 1 min read The musical “Bright Star” takes place during the 1920s and 40s and is supplemented by bluegrass music. It tells of a woman who meets a man coming home from the war and the two explore their pasts to learn about themselves. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Zoo celebrates Red Panda day with plenty to doNext: The Humble Hustle presents “Not Your Average Year” Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025