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Roanoke
Monday, February 24th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Roanoke County Recreation Center is offering a Spring Break Camp to provide children with engaging activities during their school holiday. WDBJ7
- ➤ Mill Mountain Zoo in Roanoke requests donations following severe winter storm damage that forced closure and impacted animal habitats, including that of critically endangered American Red Wolves. WDBJ7
- ➤ The Roanoke Diversity Center Library celebrated its grand reopening with an updated collection and programs aimed at fostering inclusivity and understanding within the community. WSLS 10
- ➤ Roanoke faces significant affordable housing shortages, with a dramatic increase in applications for housing authority units illustrating the city's growing challenge. Roanoke.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Roanoke Baroque Orchestra and The Eye Planetarium collaboratively showcased a performance blending baroque music with immersive visuals in Virginia. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Virginia General Assembly focused on varied issues including maintaining the car tax, discussing surveillance regulation, setting up campaign strategies, allocating funds for flood damage and economic development, deferring decisions on solar project control to local governments, minimally regulating data centers, challenging Appalachian Power's status, and leaving 'skill games' in a legal gray area. Cardinal News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During American Heart Month, a local cardiologist emphasizes the importance of recognizing subtle and diverse symptoms of heart disease, advocating for early diagnosis and preventative lifestyle changes. WSLS 10
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Andy Frasco & The U.N. Live at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
Andy Frasco & The U.N. will perform a high-energy concert featuring a fusion of diverse musical styles, with Mihali from Twiddle as the opening act.
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Tatiana Eva-Marie Live Performance
Tatiana Eva-Marie, known as the Gypsy-jazz Warbler, showcases her unique blend of French pop and jazz at the Jefferson Center.
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East Nash Grass Concert at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
East Nash Grass, an acclaimed bluegrass band recognized as the IBMA Best New Artist, will perform live at the 5 Points Music Sanctuary, showcasing their energetic style and impressive musicianship.
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Bummer Camp Music Event
Bummer Camp features multiple bands including L.A. Dies, Times Tables, and The Stray Lions, taking place at The Spot on Kirk in Roanoke, VA.
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Marty Stuart Concert in Roanoke
Marty Stuart, a renowned musician, will perform live at the Jefferson Center, showcasing heartfelt music that resonates with both personal and universal themes.
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Symphonic Favorites Concert
This concert features orchestral works by composers Sibelius, Prokofiev, and Brahms, conducted by David Stewart Wiley at the Berglund Center.
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44th Annual MDA Car Show
The annual MDA Car Show takes place at the Berglund Center, featuring a wide range of automotive attractions organized by the Roanoke Valley Charity Car Show Committee.
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Waitress: The Musical
Based on the 2007 film, this musical tells the story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress who navigates through life's challenges and discovers her dreams through the art of pie making.
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Waitress: The Musical featuring John and his Cello
Mill Mountain Theatre presents 'Waitress: The Musical,' featuring a special guest performance by John and his cello.
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Muskrat Flats: A Night of Diverse Musical Vibes
Experience a blend of funky jams, slow ballads, and bluegrass at this lively dance party featuring Muskrat Flats.
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