Jeff Sturgeon

Jeff Sturgeon, an investigative reporter, worked for 29 years at The Roanoke Times. His reporting focuses on business, government and accountability.

Outdoors

Mill Mountain Trails To Expand Significantly with First Professional Build, Plans Show

Four miles of new pathways are planned to get underway this spring on Mill Mountain, which has at least 10 miles of trails.

Investigation

In Rare Sanction, State Faults Former Roanoke Nursing Home Head After Pandemic-Era Death

The rare sanction involving Raleigh Court Health and Rehabilitation highlighted the difficulties at long-term care centers during the coronavirus pandemic.

Business

On Williamson Road, 'Roanoke's First Bin Store' Attracts Weekly Lines of Bargain Hunters

Customers scour through returned and overstocked goods from retailers like Amazon at a new Roanoke store, which replenishes inventory each week.

Business

FarmBurguesa Among Roanoke Area Restaurants Targeted with Criminal Meals Tax Charges

As part of the enforcement, authorities recently conducted a “till tap” by visiting a city eatery unannounced to seize register cash.