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Roanoke County records deed for Explore Park, lays out expansion plans
Summary
Chairman David Radford said deeds transferring Explore Park to Roanoke County were recorded on Aug. 20, 2025; the county plans expanded lodging, vendors and six miles of greenway as part of a push to grow tourism and outdoor recreation.
Roanoke County officials announced that the county has completed the transfer of Explore Park and plans to expand the park’s offerings to boost tourism and local economic activity.
"The deeds transferring Explorer Park to Roanoke County were officially recorded on 08/20/2025," Chairman David Radford said during the State of the County address. Radford credited conversations led by deputy county administrator Doug Blunt and Vice Chair Phil North and said state lawmakers helped sponsor…
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