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Friday, January 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Roanoke Restaurant Week, featuring 30 local eateries including 202 Social House, offers discounted dining until January 26 to boost post-holiday business. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Roanoke County resulted in the deaths of a dog and a cat, displaced one person, and caused $135,000 in damages due to a combustible being too close to a heat source. WDBJ7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Richard Walker in Roanoke, Virginia, admitted in court to robbing and fatally shooting his marijuana supplier, then burning the body to hide his actions. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The idea of converting Roanoke's Jefferson Center into a high school to address overcrowding is deemed 'likely unfeasible', amidst the center's urgent need for $6.7 million in repairs. Roanoke.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deer overpopulation in Roanoke is leading to safety issues and the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease, with officials resorting to culling to manage the situation. WSLS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC reports a rise in hospitalizations due to respiratory viruses like COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV in Southwest Virginia, with an emphasis on RSV affecting more adults and children, recommending preventive measures such as handwashing and staying home when sick. WDBJ7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke welcomes Links365, a new indoor golf simulator launched by Tim Young, offering an innovative way for residents to play and improve their golf game, featuring over 1,300 courses. WDBJ7
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Tand Live Performance
Tand is a high-energy 5-piece rock band from South Florida, performing a mix of original music and covers at the 5 Points Music Sanctuary.
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Big Lick Comic Con in Roanoke
Big Lick Comic Con features a variety of comic and pop culture attractions at the Berglund Center.
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