Roanoke College officials hope topiary provides school spirit and a lesson in biology Clark Palmer August 28, 2017 1 min read Officials at Roanoke College hope a donation by an alumna will provide school spirit as well as a lesson in biology. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has more. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Deschutes tasting room to openNext: VDOT will install those flashing yellow arrows at more Roanoke Valley intersections Related Stories 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025