
                         Roanoke Times
                 Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: SUNDAY, January 22, 1995                   TAG: 9501200052
SECTION: ECONOMY                    PAGE: 1   EDITION: METRO 
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WE ARE JUST 5 YEARS FROM THE MILLENNIUM, THE YEAR 2000

That's when, according to some futurists, we could see the fruition of revolutionary changes in how we live and work. Others see it as fulfillment of gentler, more gradual trends and cycles. The new century, however, presents a milestone for many in Western Virginia who are committed to change

For this special report, Roanoke Times & World-News reporters and editors asked seven forward-minded people to gaze five years ahead and identify the events and trends that will mold our region's future. Their comments led us to companies and individuals already preparing for what's ahead.

by CNB