Beloved mentor, coach impacted countless lives.

by Shawn Nowlin

Roanoke Valley has lost one of its brightest stars George “Kila” Miller who passed away November 17 at Salem Health and Rehabilitation Center following recent complications from COVID-19 and other lingering health conditions, including prostate cancer and diabetes.

Coach Miller, certainly got the most out of his 69 years on earth. Known for his tough love coaching style, “Kila” as he was known by many, was a force.The story of Virginia high school athletics cannot be told without mentioning his name. For five seasons, Miller served as William Fleming High School’s head football coach, leading the Colonels to the 1997 Division 5 Championship Game. Continue reading Iconic coach and educator George “Kila” Miller passes away at 69 →

The City of Roanoke’s Gun Violence Prevention Commission is at the forefront in the efforts to reduce gun violence in our community. To that end, the Commission is pleased to partner with Elite Business Strategies, LLC. in undertaking a Youth and Gang Violence Community Assessment that will serve to provide community driven perspectives – particularly youth perspectives – on the issues surrounding gang violence. Continue reading City starts Youth and Gang Violence Assessment initiative →

Bowie State three-peats, beating Fayetteville State 17-7

by Lut Williams, BCSP Editor

SALEM, VA – It was a great day for football weatherwise. Tailgaters as well as fans took full advantage as this year’s CIAA Championship resumed in full form at Salem Stadium, Saturday (11/13).

One fan, April Clark, remembers going with her parents to see HBCU marching bands and cheerleaders compete against each other.

Last Saturday, Clark, 44, brought her teenage daughter to the game, primarily so the two could bond over the action not on the field. Both ultimately agreed that while the BSU cheerleaders displayed more enthusiasm, the FSU cheerleaders were more coordinated. The story of CIAA athletics in recent years can’t be told without the City of Salem. In addition to the football title, the championship city has also hosted youth clinics, cross country meets and more. Continue reading Salem Stadium hosts CIAA Championship →