Good morning, Roanoke.

Roanoke Valley SPCA asks local foster homes to care for 14 dogs and puppies + 15 cats and kittens as severe winter weather approaches; foster pick-up is set for Friday night or Saturday morning with returns on Tuesday when travel is safe.

RISE medical marijuana dispensary moved from Salem and began selling its products in Roanoke on Thursday.

Customers now have access to approved medicinal products at the new location.

Officials said water leaks have damaged the Science Museum of Western Virginia enough that it cannot renew its lease at Center in the Square (other factors may have also played a role), leaving the museum to search for a new site.

WFIR News warned a winter storm may hit Roanoke this weekend with snow, sleet or freezing rain, risking travel delays and power outages as temperatures drop into the teens and 20s.

Residents should prepare by checking heating systems and stocking supplies (6+ inches of snow possible).

Roanoke officials are asking drivers to park in their driveways or on one side of the street so plows and salt trucks have more room during storms - Transportation Manager D’Ardenne said this will help clear streets in narrow areas.

State senator Mark Peake of Lynchburg introduced a bill today to name the brown-belted bumble bee as the official native state pollinator, and it passed the General Laws Committee unanimously—highlighting the bee’s key role in local agriculture.

Roanoke plumber Travis Carter offered tips to help residents avoid frozen pipes as a winter storm approaches this weekend — he recommended disconnecting hoses, turning off valves, opening cabinets, and using RV & Marine antifreeze in drains to protect homes.

First responders and community members are set to participate in the 22nd annual Guns and Hoses Charity Hockey Game today; gates open at 6:00 p.m. while the game kicks off at 7:15 p.m. with proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities.

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.

Valentine's Day DIY Workshop

3-6 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Pre-registration required — Create your own unique wood sign with paint and wood stain while enjoying complimentary beverages.

Public Ice Bumper Cars

12:30-6:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — $11 + fees — Enjoy a fun-filled family activity with ice bumper cars for all ages.

Rend Collective Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — Jefferson Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience an energetic performance from an eclectic collective of multi-instrumentalists from Northern Ireland.

Perpetual Groove Concert

7-10 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying blend of rock, indie electronica, and metal from PGroove with an impressive light show.

Toubab Krewe Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticket prices vary — Experience unique music that transcends conventional genres and resonates deeply with the spirit of community.

Public Ice Bumper Cars

12:30-6:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — $11 + fees — Experience the thrill of bumper cars on ice for children aged 2 and up.