Roanoke honors 2025 citizen of the year Web Staff December 16, 2025 1 minute read An annual award recognizing an individual who goes above and beyond for the Roanoke community has returned with the announcement of the 2025 Roanoke Citizen of the Year. WFIR’s Conner Arthur has that story: Dr. Robert Brown – Courtesy of Carilion Clinic Share: Post navigation Previous: AARP Virginia warns of rising airline scams during holiday travelNext: Anthem says its ready to sit down with other parties help to lower health care costs in Virginia Related Stories Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026 Virginia redistricting referendum passes by razor-thin margin as legal challenges loom Ian Price April 22, 2026