Good morning, Roanoke.

Salem officials say Yokohama Tire will reduce production in March and may permanently close its facility following 392 layoffs, a move that could affect local jobs.

The Science Museum of Western Virginia must vacate Center in the Square by December, forcing it to find a new home and raising questions about the center’s public funding as city officials plan changes to nonprofit support.

The Franklin County NAACP and local volunteers will unveil a monument to Black Civil War soldiers on Sunday — the day before Martin Luther King Jr. Day — after two years of dedicated work.

Vinton PD is strengthening prevention and building community trust by launching outreach initiatives.

Officials said the department will add community programs + safety workshops in the coming weeks.

Governor-elect Spanberger visited the inaugural Made in Virginia market in Richmond Friday with over 40 artisans, small business owners and food vendors from across the Commonwealth.

Roanoke vendors joined the event where the first 1,000 guests received free commemorative tote bags in celebration of Virginia’s 75th Governor.

Botetourt County officials said a planned Google data center is already generating revenue that funds three new ambulances + upgraded sheriff equipment + school transportation for local students, even as debate continues.

Leaders plan to reinvest the funds to boost public safety and education as the project moves forward.

Restaurant Week returns downtown with over two dozen restaurants, including 202 Social House and Caribbica Soul, serving special winter menus from today until Sunday, Jan.

25. Residents can explore new offers and familiar spots, with events also held in the 5 Points area.

Speakeasy Jazz Nights

7-9:30 p.m. — The Pine Room at Hotel Roanoke — $40 ticket — Experience the charm of a pre-Prohibition jazz club featuring T-FOX & the Fox City Band.

Do Portugal Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley View Mall — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of a circus under the Big Top for the first time in Roanoke!

Winter Majesty: A Cozy Paint & Sip Night

6-8 p.m. — Well Hung Vineyard - Restaurant — Check ticket price — Dive into a cozy painting session with splashes of winter colors.

Do Portugal Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley View Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Do Portugal Circus for the first time in Roanoke under the Big Top!

Do Portugal Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley View Mall — Tickets available — Experience the magic of the circus in Roanoke for the first time under the Big Top.

Do Portugal Circus

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Valley View Mall — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of a circus performance in Roanoke for the first time ever.

Public Ice Bumper Cars

12:30-6:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — $11 + fees — Experience the thrill of ice bumper cars, perfect for all ages.

WNRN's Dead Air 5

5 PM — Jefferson Center — Proceeds support WNRN and local non-profits — Celebrate 30 years of WNRN with over 20 bands performing Grateful Dead tunes.

Big Lick Comic Con

10 AM – 5 PM — Berglund Center — Tickets available — Celebrate comics, cosplay, and pop culture with celebrity guests and panels.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Taubman Museum of Art — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons illuminated by candlelight.