David Hoffmann's childhood shaped his family's philanthropy (copy) By David McCumber Jul 3, 2026 Jul 3, 2026 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save “To whom much is given, much is expected.” kAms2G:5 w@77>2?? BF@E6D E92E =:?6 7C@> {F<6 `aicg :? E96 q:3=6 2D 2 DF44:?4E 6IA=2?2E:@? 7@C 9:D 72>:=J’D A9:=2?E9C@AJ 2?5 E96:C 5C:G6 E@ 96=A @E96CD] k^AmkAmu@C w@77>2?? 2?5 9:D H:76 y6CC:[ :E DE2CE65 H:E9 49:=5C6?] k^AmkAm“x 8C6H FA 2D 2 A@@C <:5[ D@ x <?@H E92E 49:=5C6? 42?’E 4@?EC@= >F49 @7 H92E 92AA6?D[ E96:C =@E :? =:76[” w@77>2?? D2JD] “%96? 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Marion neighborhood hosts Fourth decorating contest for country's 250th anniversary Marion is often referred to as the USA’s most patriotic town. This year, Culbert Drive may well deserve the designation of Marion’s most patri…
Marion PD chief reports on first 6 months of Flock cameras in town Four license plate reader cameras have been operating in Marion since January. Marion’s police chief credits them with helping arrest multiple…
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Roanoke police investigating kennel, urge owners to remove dogs Police have not said why they are investigating City Dogs Boarding and Playcare.
A mother's love backs new eatery in Chilhowie Penny’s Kitchen & Entertainment is ready to serve customers a meal, but it’s also prepared to help patrons play games or let off a little steam.
