ROANOKE, Va. – Patchwork 250 is a new initiative from WSLS 10 that tells Virginia’s story, one piece at a time. Like a quilt made of many patches, every person, story, and tradition adds something special to our history. Join us as we celebrate 250 years by sharing the stories that make our region unique, one patch at a time.
From mountain overlooks to neighborhood green spaces, much of Roanoke’s parkland exists because one man stepped in when the city could not.
When you think of the natural beauty of the Roanoke Valley, Mill Mountain, the Star, or one of its many parks may come to mind. But you may not know the man behind the landmarks…