We believe Southwest Virginia is full of stories worth sharing — and many of the best ones begin with the people who live here.
If you have community news, an event, a story idea, a local achievement, or helpful information that others should know about, we invite you to send it our way.
Whether it’s something happening in your town, your school, your church, your business, or your neighborhood, West of Roanoke exists to highlight what’s good, strong, and meaningful across our region.
What to Send
You’re welcome to share:
- Local announcements
- Community achievements
- Business openings or milestones
- School or student accomplishments
- Church and nonprofit events
- Public information from local agencies
- Heritage or history story ideas
- Outdoors updates or photos
- Local festivals or gatherings
- Obituaries or memorial announcements (optional category, if you choose to allow it)
- Press releases from government, education, or business
If you’re not sure whether something is newsworthy, send it anyway — we’d be glad to take a look.
How to Submit
Please include as much detail as possible:
- Your name
- Your email or phone (in case we need clarification)
- What happened
- Where and when it happened
- Who is involved
- Photos (optional but always helpful)
- Links or documents (if applicable)
Send submissions to:
connect@westofroanoke.com
What We Publish
We prioritize stories that:
- Strengthen our communities
- Highlight positive local impact
- Inform residents without drama or gossip
- Celebrate the people and places of Southwest Virginia
- Support our mission of being a cheerleader for the region
We do not publish:
- Speculation
- Rumors
- Negative personal disputes
- Anonymous complaints
- Gossip or gotcha content
- Political attacks
Our goal is to share news that informs, encourages, and connects.
Photos & Media
Photos are warmly welcomed.
If you share them, please confirm:
- You took the photo or
- You have permission to share it
We will always give proper credit.
Thank You for Helping Tell Southwest Virginia’s Story
Every county west of Roanoke is full of people doing good work, building strong communities, and preserving a shared heritage.
Your submissions help us shine a light on what makes this region special.
We’re grateful for your help in keeping Southwest Virginia connected, informed, and celebrated.