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Roanoke
Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke lawyer Luke Young has been missing for a week, with his family expressing frustration over the police's decision to suspend their search after finding his abandoned car. WSLS 10
- ➤ Caitlin Gills, the Marketing Manager for the library, has been named in The Roanoker Magazine's 40 Under 40 for 2025. Roanoke County
- ➤ Roanoke County, along with Botetourt County and the Town of Vinton, seeks public feedback on their draft Comprehensive Safety Action Plan aiming to reduce traffic-related deaths and serious injuries. Roanoke County
- ➤ The Roanoke Branch NAACP commemorated the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation with its annual Jubilee Day celebration at Mount Zion AME Church, featuring speeches and performances highlighting themes of freedom and unity. The Roanoke Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Roanoke police officer was dismissed after an internal investigation found the use of excessive force during an arrest in October contravened departmental policy. Roanoke.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke receives a $770,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to revitalize the area around the Amtrak Station with the aim of enhancing it as a vibrant transit hub with potential community and economic development projects. WDBJ7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia is set to begin construction on a first-of-its-kind in-river whitewater park along the Roanoke River, enhancing accessibility and adding natural features. WFIR News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nick Hagen becomes the first Republican elected to Roanoke City Council in over two decades, aiming to represent an underrepresented voter base and address critical city issues. WFXR-TV
- ➤ Friendship Retirement Community filed a lawsuit against Roanoke County for revoking the tax-exempt status of its Richfield Living properties, potentially increasing its taxes by 472%. WFIR News
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Yarn Concert
Yarn will perform live at The Spot on Kirk in Roanoke, featuring their unique musical style.
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2025 Sheriff's Ball
The Sheriff's Ball at Berglund Center features early bird tickets starting at $60, with VIP options available, promising an evening of community and entertainment.
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Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Macon Mayhem - Thirsty Thursday
Enjoy a thrilling hockey matchup as the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs face off against the Macon Mayhem, with special discounted beer promotions for Thirsty Thursday.
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Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs Game Against Birmingham Bulls
The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs will compete against the Birmingham Bulls in a spirited hockey match at the Berglund Center.
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Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Birmingham Bulls – Diesel 500 Night
The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs will compete against the Birmingham Bulls with special activities including remote control car races during the first intermission and jersey auctions.
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Umphrey's McGee Concert
Umphrey's McGee will perform live at the Shaftman Performance Hall in Roanoke, showcasing their unique blend of rock and progressive music.
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Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure in Roanoke
An exciting live stage show featuring the beloved characters of PAW Patrol as they embark on a fun-filled adventure to save a city party from a mischievous villain.
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Paw Patrol Live: The Great Pirate Adventure in Roanoke
Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol Live! presents 'The Great Pirate Adventure', an engaging and family-friendly live performance offering music and action.
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Travis Reigh Live Performance
Enjoy a live performance by Travis Reigh at Sidewinders, a popular venue in Roanoke, Virginia.
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Cozy Mystery Author Talk with Libby Klein
Libby Klein will discuss her mystery series featuring gluten-free baker Poppy McAllister and her aunt Ginny during a coffee gathering at the Blue Ridge Branch Library.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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