Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, Virginia, settled in 1740, originally began as the town of Big Lick. In 1852, it was renamed Roanoke after a nearby salt marsh. Incorporated in 1882, beautiful Roanoke, VA prospered as a junction of the scenic Shenandoah Valley and the Norfolk & Western Railway, which transported coal from West Virginia.
If you’re heading to state court in Roanoke, Virginia, you’ll probably go to one of 3 trial courts: the Roanoke Circuit Court, which handles all civil cases for claims of more than $15,000 (as well as claims between $4,500 and $15,000); the Roanoke General District Court, which handles civil cases for claims up to $15,000; or the Roanoke Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, which hears traffic matters and other cases involving persons under 18 years old.
If you have a Roanoke personal injury case, your claim will be heard in civil court. This FAQs section gives you information about civil lawsuits. If you are confused about the terms you hear while in court, you may find this list of common legal terms handy. Once you’ve gone through a trial, you may have the right to appeal your personal injury case to the state Appeals Court or the Supreme Court. Both of those appellate courts are in Richmond.
Known as the "Star City of the South", Roanoke, VA is located in Roanoke County, Virginia, just west of the haunting Blue Ridge Mountain Range, in the middle of the Roanoke Valley. The city of Salem and the town of Vinton are prominent neighbors. Bisected by the beautiful Roanoke River, Roanoke boasts the only mountain within city limits: Mill Mountain, which is topped by the largest illuminated star in the world.
Interstate 581 is the primary north-south roadway through the city. It is a spur from Interstate 81 into the city of Roanoke. Route 460 connects Roanoke to Lynchburg VA. US Route 11 passes through the city and other major roads include US. Route 221, State Route 117, and State Route 101. The renowned Blue Ridge Parkway runs adjacent to Roanoke, VA. The city of Roanoke, Virginia is served by the Roanoke Regional Airport. Public bus service is offered by Valley Metro.
The Roanoke Public School System serves the educational needs of Roanoke. Virginia Western Community College is the only institution of higher education located in the city limits of Roanoke, VA.
Roanoke, population 91,552 in 2006, is known for a full schedule of annual events, including the Chili Cook-Off, Local Colors Festival, the Henry Street Festival, which is sponsored by the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, and the Strawberry Festival. Located in the "North Fork of Roanoke" winemaking region, Roanoke, VA is a designated American Viticulture Area, which recognizes the unique grape growing conditions present here. Quiet beauty, family fun, a lovely zoo, and world-class shopping that includes an entire Antique Mall. Who could ask for more?
Roanoke Virginia Accidents Headlines
Questions/Answers (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin)
Local college trying to raise money for firetrucks (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin)
Hollani's Blog (WDBJ 7 Roanoke)
