High atop Mill Mountain in Roanoke, Virginia, a star shines over the valley, lighting up the night sky and inspiring a sense of pride in the city below. Known as the Roanoke Star, this iconic ...

Mill Mountain Zoo is adding two new furry friends ... use their fluffy tails for balance and warmth!” People in the Star City are encouraged to stop by and say hello to the new ‘fox-tastic ...

In March, Mill Mountain Theatre will bring Broadway to the Star City with Waitress ... and local officials view them not only as a cultural cornerstone but also as an important economic driver.

2024 marked the 75 th anniversary of the star that sits atop Mill Mountain. Originally built by Roy C. Kinsey of the Kinsey Sign Company, the star was a marketing attraction for the holiday season ...