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Sunday, January 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bonsack Baptist Church offers free prom attire for individuals with disabilities ahead of the Night to Shine event. WSLS 10
- ➤ The RCPL's Winter Reading Challenge for children up to age 11 offers free Rail Yard Dawgs hockey tickets as completion prizes, running from January 6 to February 15. Roanoke County
- ➤ Roanoke's gun-related homicides in 2024 dropped to half of the previous year's count, returning to pre-pandemic levels due to police strategies and community prevention efforts. Roanoke.com
- ➤ Ashley Donahue has been named the 2024 REALTOR of the Year by the Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS®, highlighting her exceptional contributions and community involvement. Roanoke.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders attended two related traffic accidents in Roanoke, causing partial road closures. WDBJ7
- ➤ Two individuals were injured in a collision on I-581 in Roanoke. WDBJ7
- ➤ First responders attended two separate accidents, including a train derailment and a crash on I-581, highlighting a day of significant traffic incidents. WDBJ7
TRAVEL 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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