Virginia Western has been nominated in several categories for The Roanoker’s Best of 2026 awards.

From The Roanoker: “These awards are designed to spotlight our local business community–the independent shops, restaurants, professionals, and locally owned or franchised businesses that give the valley its unique character and vitality. By voting, you’re helping to lift up the people and businesses who invest in our community, employ our neighbors, and make the Roanoke Valley feel like home. Readers like you will determine who rises to the top, and winners will be those who receive the highest number of votes overall in their categories at the conclusion of the contest. We thank you in advance for your participation and look forward to sharing the results with you in our May-June 2026 issue of The Roanoker magazine.”

You can vote for Virginia Western in the following categories:

• Best Educator
• Best Public School (any level)
• Best Vocational School
• Best College/University
• Best Place to Work

The nomination round is happening now through January 18, 2026, with the finalist round running from January 21-February 2. Show your support for Virginia Western by voting here.