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Roanoke
Sunday, January 12th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Star City Cat Fanciers are organizing their annual cat show to celebrate and showcase various cat breeds. WDBJ7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael Anthony McCoy is accused of orchestrating two bank robberies in Roanoke within three days, involving a firearms threat and an accomplice. Roanoke.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sanmay Das joins Virginia Tech, and Bank of Botetourt and Gentry Locke announce significant staff promotions, highlighting career advancements in the fields of education, finance, and law. Roanoke.com
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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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Jahmiel Concert at Rockfish Food and Wine
Enjoy an evening of reggae music by Jahmiel at Rockfish Food and Wine in Roanoke.
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Wild Pink Concert
Wild Pink will perform live at The Spot on Kirk in Roanoke.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
~ Friedrich Nietzsche
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