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Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CYP at St. John's today welcomes Mia Sappingfield as its new Executive Director. She brings nonprofit leadership experience + strategic fundraising skills from the West End Center for Youth and plans to expand services at 1 Mountain Ave in SW. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ Mrs. Dorsey's Closet opens a new facility (behind Wendy's at 2121 Apperson Drive) to offer quality clothing and support to families in need. The nonprofit, led by Edie Saunders, continues its mission of compassion that began in 1983. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ Severe winter weather led many churches to cancel services, but WZBJ24 will air two services today: a 9 a.m. mass from Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church and a 10 a.m. community service from Eastlake Community Church. WDBJ7
- ➤ On Jan. 17, the local SCLC chapter held its 29th annual MLK luncheon at the Shenandoah Club where over 175 guests gathered. Keynote speaker Professor Dennis C. Sweet IV and Mayor Joe Cobb, along with award recipients, celebrated civic achievement — a tribute to community progress. The Roanoke Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business groups have announced recognitions + promotions for many companies this week. The updated list details new roles and awards starting today. Roanoke.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The first Story Keepers’ Studio reading took place last Thursday at the Harrison Museum of African American Culture on Melrose Avenue, where six performers read Addae Moon's play 'She Calls Up the Sun.' The next show on Feb. 28 (7 to 9 p.m.) will present James Baldwin's play 'Blues for Mister Charlie' that looks at fairness in America. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ A 14-foot monument honoring 70 Black Union soldiers was unveiled Sunday, Jan. 18 outside First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount. Franklin County NAACP and local supporters brought hundreds together for the ceremony, funded by the Mellon Foundation & Virginia Tech’s Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia initiative. The Roanoke Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local energy companies and shelters are preparing for dangerous cold as a winter storm moves through the region today. Officials report that Carilion Clinic and local partners are on alert to help residents if needed. WDBJ7
- ➤ A winter storm hit last night in Roanoke, leaving residents to brace for deep freeze conditions today — local energy companies and shelters are ready to assist. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Joe Cobb launched The Cobb Collective for monthly book talks at local libraries. The series started with a Jan. 21 event at Main Library (with free lunch and a take-one, leave-one book share) and will continue at Belmont on Feb. 11, Williamson Road on Mar. 7, and Raleigh Court on Apr. 14. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ The City of Roanoke announced that free parking in all PARK garages began Saturday & will continue until normal operations resume amid severe winter weather, while residents are urged to opt for off-street lots to aid snowplows. WSLS 10
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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.
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Big Lick Comic Con
10 AM – 5 PM — Berglund Center — Tickets available — Celebrate comics, cosplay, and pop culture with celebrity guests and panels.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Riverdance 30 - New Generation
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of Irish dance magic with innovative performances and a new generation of dancers.
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