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November/December 2022 | Vol. XLIX | Number 11/12
AFTER
50
Small Business Savvy
34. Entrepreneurs share their best tips
for those looking to build or expand their
dream businesses. by Ashley Wilson Fellers
The ABCs of Finance
38. Our financial writer shares excellent
ways to plan for your financial needs in
2023 and beyond. by Michael Shelton
in every issue
10 EDITOR'S LETTER
12 STRANGE DAYS OF ROANOKE
14 HOME FRONT
16 DO YOU KNOW...?
18 SOUTHERN SPOONFUL
22 THE GIST
28 EVENTS
82 THEN & NOW
The Great Foodie Gift Guide
49. There's no way you won't find a perfect
gift for the food fanatic in your life with
these great ideas! by Layla Khoury-Hanold
Wholesome Harmony
54. We get to know the owners of Smoke
in Chimneys Farm, who raise livestock for
the good of our community - and our
environment. by Stacey Manganelli
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2023 Dining Guide
AFTER PAGE 50. See our 2023 Dining Awards Reader poll results and
meet your winners, plus learn about their restaurants, menu options
and more. compiled by Liz Long
Sweet Treats Galore
56. Local bakers share their big dreams
(and even better desserts), just in time for
your holiday orders.
by Layla Khoury-Hanold
Ice Cream Dreams
60. Get to know three local ice cream
shops and their unique offerings to the
region. by Jenny K. Boone
Aging in the Same Place
70. A retired couple renovates their house
into a forever dream home.
by Stephanie Fallon
Guest Room Ready
76. Make your guest room holiday-ready
with these great tips from the experts.
by Stephanie Fallon
Special Sections:
FINANCIAL ADVISORS
PAGE 44. Learn more about your options and
how to prepare for your future with our special
section featuring local advisors who can't wait to
help you on your path to financial security.
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
PAGE 63. Shop local this year with these
businesses who have the perfect gifts for
everyone on your holiday shopping list.
on the cover
Peggy Fleming of Gina's " Food with Flavor " is one
of our platinum award winners, pictured here with
the " Best Fried Chicken " according to our readers!
See more of Gina's " Food with Flavor " in our 2023
Dining Guide. Image by John Park.
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CODE SHOWING THE OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT
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VA 24018. Number of issues published annually, 6.
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Editor-in-Chief are: Publisher, Richard Wells, P.O. Box
21535, Roanoke, VA 24018, 3424 Brambleton Avenue,
Roanoke, VA 24018; Editor-in-Chief, Kurt Rheinheimer,
P.O. Box 21535, Roanoke, VA 24018, 3424 Brambleton
Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24018.
The owner is LeisureMedia360, Richard Wells, P.O.
Box 21535, Roanoke, VA 24018, 3424 Brambleton
Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24018.
The average number of copies of each issue during
the preceding 12 months:
A) Total of copies printed: Net press run: 7067
B) Paid circulation:
1) Sales through dealers and carriers, street vendors
and counter sales: 206
2) Mail subscriptions: 4505
C) Total paid circulation: 4711
D) Free distribution by mail, carrier or other means,
samples, complimentary, and other free copies:
1637
E) Total distribution: 6348
F) Copies not distributed: Office use, left over,
unaccounted, spoiled after printing, returns from news
agents: 719
G) Total: 7067
The actual number of copies of single issue published
nearest to filing date:
A) Total of copies printed: Net press run: 6600
B) Paid circulation:
1) Sales through dealers and carriers, street vendors
and counter sales: 1235
2) Mail subscriptions: 3784
C) Total paid circulation: 5019
D) Free distribution by mail, carrier or other means,
samples, complimentary, and other free copies:
1450
E) Total distribution: 6469
F) Copies not distributed: Office use, left over,
unaccounted, spoiled after printing, returns from news
agents: 131
G) Total: 6600
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