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February 26, 2007

Today's multimedia: Attracting retailers to Roanoke

Editor's note: Today we're launching a new venture to provide a multimedia component every weekday on roanoke.com. We're in the early phases, so please let us know your feedback and comments. Thanks -- John Jackson, online editor


The Roanoke Valley remains a shopping destination for many residents in Southwest Virginia. But hard-core consumers long for a few more national retailers. Business reporter Jenny Kincaid Boone talks about a Web site, created by the city of Roanoke's economic development department, that invites residents of the region to vote for the retailers they want most.

Boone shares what she learned during research for her story. Read the full story

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[February 26, 2007 3:54 PM]

Jeff

Roanoke is a strong retail hub. Unfortunately, a lot of national retailers don't get a true picture of this market, due to the MSA designations that continue to show Roanoke a small MSA. People drive here from the NRV, SW VA, West Va and Lynchburg to shop. Obviously, more education is needed by the public and local govts. to change the retail picture. Its encourgaing new stores are announcing construction at last!!

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