Lesley Owens - State Farm Agent

06/01/2026

Open a personal or business checking account through the State Farm® and U.S. Bank Alliance, then use your linked debit card to pay your cellular wireless bill monthly. Terms & conditions apply. Contact me to learn more.

05/31/2026

Northern Virginia residents should brace for a surge in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses as warmer weather and a ...

Northern Virginia residents should brace for a surge in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses as warmer weather and a mild winter create ideal conditions for ticks.

05/30/2026

🎉✨ Happy National Creativity Day! 🎨🖌️ Let’s celebrate the magic of imagination and self-expression! Whether you’re painting, writing, dancing, or dreaming – let your creativity shine today! 🌈 Share your projects and inspire others! Remember, every masterpiece starts with a single idea. 💡💖

05/29/2026

The city of Roanoke is moving forward with a plan to replace a bridge on the popular Roanoke River greenway. The project is ...

The city of Roanoke is moving forward with a plan to replace a bridge on the popular Roanoke River greenway. The project is intended to boost recreation, increase biodiversity, and make it easier to clean up after flooding events.

05/28/2026

2026 Lebanese Festival
Recurring daily
Dates: May 29, 2026 to May 31, 2026
Times: Friday and Saturday 11am - 9pm; Sunday, 11am - 8pm
Admission: Free
Location: St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church
4730 Cove Road NW

Get ready to celebrate a milestone year! The Lebanese Festival is turning 25, and we’re marking this special anniversary with three unforgettable days of food, music, and community joy. Join us May 29, 30, and 31, 2026, at St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church, 4730 Cove Road, N.W., Roanoke, VA.

Festival hours: Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. with food service stopping at 8:00 p.m.; hours on Sunday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., with food service stopping at 7:00 p.m.

05/27/2026

The American restaurant chain, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, created National Flip Flop Day in 2007, in honor of their 10th anniversary, and to show appreciation for their guests and to kick off summer.

The day was originally observed on the third Friday in June, but was changed to the Wednesday after Memorial Day in 2023.

The term flip-flop has been used in American and British English since the 1960s to describe the thong or no-heel-strap sandal. It is an onomatopoeia of the sound made by the sandals when walking in them.

Flip-flops first become popular in America when soldiers came home from World War II with Japanese zori.” They became increasingly popular by the 1950s and were being mass-produced throughout the United States.

05/27/2026

Keeping fit is important for seniors. Regular physical activity can help seniors:

Maintain independence and mobility: Exercise can help seniors maintain strength, balance, and flexibility, reducing the risk of falls and allowing them to continue to live independently.

Improve cardiovascular health: Regular exercise can help improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Boost mental health: Exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline in seniors.

Manage chronic conditions: Exercise can also help seniors manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Enhance quality of life: Regular exercise can help seniors feel more energetic, improve sleep quality, and enhance overall quality of life.

It's important for seniors to consult with their healthcare provider before starting a new exercise program to determine what types of activities are safe and appropriate for their individual needs.

05/26/2026

National Blueberry Cheesecake Day on May 26th celebrates one of the most delicious flavor combinations.

There is no known record of the creator, the origin, and the first observance of Blueberry Cheesecake Day. However, don't let those minor details stop you from indulging yourself today with a slice of one of the most popular cheesecake flavors.

Cheesecake is a dessert formed of a topping made with soft, fresh cheese upon a base made from biscuit, pastry or sponge. The topping is frequently sweetened with sugar and flavored or topped with a puree or compote of fruit. Cheesecakes can be broadly categorised into two basic types – baked and unbaked – and each comes in a variety of styles determined by region.

Despite their name, cheesecakes are technically tarts; the word ‘cake’ was formerly applied to a much broader category of foods than it is today.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸✨ Happy Memorial Day! Today, we honor and remember the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As we gather with loved ones, fire up the grill, and enjoy the sunshine ☀️, let’s celebrate the spirit of patriotism and gratitude together! ❤️