If you Noke you know

City of Roanoke
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If you Noke you know is a podcast brought to you by the City of Roanoke, VA. We go behind the scenes and bring you some of the good and interesting things happening around Roanoke and introduce you to some of the amazing people serving our community. Letting you know about the work they do and how it impacts both our City and YOU!

  1. FEB 10

    Explaining the Commercial Property Assess Clean Energy Program, or C-PACE

    Calling all Roanoke business owners, nonprofits, and developers – there's a new clean energy financing tool that can help you save money while being kind to the environment.   Roanoke’s Sustainability Outreach Coordinator Leigh Anne Weitzenfeld and Economic Development Director Marc Nelson join If You Noke You Know to talk all about the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program (C-PACE), which provides upfront capital to businesses for upgrading their buildings with energy-efficient, renewable energy, and resiliency systems.  Roanoke is the 22nd locality in Virginia to join the program, which is operated by the Virginia C-PACE Authority.  As they explain in this episode, the funding is versatile enough to help with projects both big and small.

    8 min

  2. 11/12/2025

    Facing the Storm: The Future of Flood Resiliency 40 years after the Flood of 1985

    This is the last part of our three-part series looking back at the Flood of 1985. Today, we're looking at the future of flood resiliency here in the Roanoke Valley. Marcus Aguilar and Curry McWilliams from our Stormwater Division share how they're planning for the future of our City and surrounding area.

    51 min

  3. 11/04/2025

    Facing the Storm: How We’ve Fought Floods Since 1985

    Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Flood of 1985. In this second episode of our three-part series, we're looking at what the City is doing right now to mitigate our flood risk and reduce the severity of flooding events. Cyndi Sledd, Gwyneth Martin, and McKenzie Brocker from our Stormwater division share how the work they do is serving the Roanoke community today and into the future.

    33 min

  4. 10/29/2025

    Facing the Storm: Reflecting on the 40th Anniversary of the Flood of 1985

    November 4 marks the 40th anniversary of the Flood of 1985. In this special three-part series, we're reflecting on the events of the flood, how our current efforts are reducing the severity of flood events, and how we're planning for the future of our Valley and flood resiliency. In this episode, we talk with three current Roanoke employees who were working during the flood: Roanoke Library Director Sheila Umberger, Fire-EMS Chief David Hoback, and Roanoke Police Lt. Jennings Tardy.

    36 min

  5. 06/30/2025

    Freedom Fest 2025

    Welcome to another episode of If You Noke, You Know! We're getting you ready for Freedom Festival 2025, happening Thursday, July 3, at River’s Edge Park North. Guests Tim Pohlad-Thomas with Roanoke Parks and Recreation and Kim Blair with Carilion Clinic join us to talk parking tips, live music, food trucks, and the best spots to catch this year’s extended fireworks show. 🎆 Grab your red, white, and blue—and a lawn chair or two—because the fun kicks off July 3 and fireworks launch at 9:30 PM! More information can be found: https://www.playroanoke.com/freedomfestival/

    20 min

  6. 05/28/2025

    Summer Bucket List

    If You Noke You Know is back with another crossover episode with Roanoke County’s Out of the Office to learn more about what is happening in and around Roanoke this summer! Visit VBR’s Kathryn Lucas and Grace Needham are on the pod to give us the behind the scenes scoop on everything happening in the Roanoke region over the next few months. From festivals and events to restaurants and outdoor adventure, there’s something for everyone.

    50 min

  7. 05/03/2025

    Behind the Storm: Reflecting on the 2024–2025 Snow Season

    In this episode of If You Noke You Know, Transportation Manager Dwayne D'Ardenne and Field Operations Manager Michael Venable share insights into the 2024-2025 Snow Season. They explain that preparing for winter weather begins in the fall, making sure new and returning operators are ready before the first flake falls.

    34 min

  8. 01/17/2025

    Play, Paws, and Partnership: RVTV Adopt-A-Bowl Preview

    It’s a special crossover episode of If You Noke You Know and Roanoke County’s Out of the Office! We’re teaming up to preview this year’s RVTV Adopt-A-Bowl, a heartwarming and tail-wagging event that’s all about connecting lovable pets with their forever homes. Joining us are Lisa O'Neil from Angels of Assisi and Mike Warner from the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection, who share their passion for animal welfare, insights on the Adopt-A-Bowl, and maybe even a spoiler or two. Don’t miss this collaboration celebrating community, compassion, and the pets that bring us joy!

    35 min
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About

If you Noke you know is a podcast brought to you by the City of Roanoke, VA. We go behind the scenes and bring you some of the good and interesting things happening around Roanoke and introduce you to some of the amazing people serving our community. Letting you know about the work they do and how it impacts both our City and YOU!

Information

  • Creator
    City of Roanoke
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © City of Roanoke
  • Show Website
    If you Noke you know