Good morning, Roanoke.

Local farmer Dean Pratt of Draper uses a calf catcher after two leg injuries during calving to safely secure newborns.

His new method is part of ASAP Week, which urges farmers to focus on safety — even when working alone.

One dog and three cats remain missing after a rescue transport van crashed on I-81 near the Wildwood Road exit in Salem this past weekend — authorities say all animals are microchipped and ask locals to contact 540-840-7182 if they spot them.

Roanoke artist Laquisha Moore has her song 'Wipe It Up' featured on the Netflix animated series My Dad the Bounty Hunter — the track plays during the ending credits of episode six in season two, boosting her local profile to national audiences.

GasBuddy’s survey shows Roanoke gas prices increased by 3.7 cents last week, reaching an average of $2.78 per gallon on Monday — with prices ranging from $2.49 to $3.09 per gallon.

Roanoke City Public Schools received a $450K grant from VDEM to build a solar-powered microgrid with battery storage at Patrick Henry & William Fleming High Schools.

The project will complete by the end of 2026 and is expected to boost emergency shelter resilience without extra operating costs.

Greenway projects across Roanoke Valley—covering Roanoke, Salem and nearby areas—are steadily taking shape as new segments are developed to improve local connectivity.

The Wasena Bridge Replacement Project is around 80% complete and is expected to finish this summer, as project manager Josephus Johnson-Koroma said crews will install the final steel tub girder next month + connecting Wasena with Old Southwest neighborhoods.

City of Roanoke extended its Williamson Road survey deadline to today and invites residents to share feedback on a new center turn lane plus reduced travel lanes along the stretch from Pocahontas to Angell — the project began last fall to slow traffic and reduce crashes.

WDBJ7+ launched a new Hometown Health Stories special that covers issues like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, along with updates on spring allergies and hospice closures in the area.

Q-99 is hosting its 23rd Annual Dick and Dave’s Miracle Day Radiothon this Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to raise funds for Carilion Children’s Hospital, where every donation supports lifesaving treatment for local kids + families.

UVA researchers are studying why colorectal cancer is rising among young adults—especially in southwest Virginia.

They note that unhealthy diets, lack of sleep and possible pollutants may be key factors, and they advise early screening after the recommended age dropped to 45.

A study (published in Circulation) projects that 6 in 10 women will face cardiovascular disease by 2050, spurred by rising obesity and high blood pressure, while nearly one-third of adolescents are at risk for diabetes.

Researchers say combining GLP-1 drugs with healthy changes may lower heart and stroke risks.

Roanoke College men's basketball will compete in the Division 3 national championship tournament after winning the ODAC—a first since 2000; the team now prepares for its game in Atlanta on Friday against Rhodes college.

Hidden Valley’s boys and William Fleming’s girls host VHSL quarterfinals today (7 p.m.) against regional rivals on their home courts as top teams in Class 3 and Class 5 look to advance to state rounds.

Spafford Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets Required — Experience astonishing improvisational jams from Spafford as they create a unique musical atmosphere.

Nicole Zuraitis Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the genre-blurring sound of Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Nicole Zuraitis.

Huntsville Havoc vs Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Berglund Center — Watch the game live on FloHockey as the local team takes on their rivals.

Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony Concert

7:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience powerful music from Shostakovich, Mozart, and Wagner in a captivating orchestral evening.

Grand Finale Sale

Crowning Touch is closing it's doors after 30 years and selling all remaining cons. inventory. Discounted furniture, tools, home decor and more. 540-982-5800 Option 1 6704 Williamson Rd. Roanoke

Virginia Spartans vs. Roanoke Catholic Soccer Match

6:15-8:00 p.m. — Roanoke Catholic School — Ticket prices may vary — Watch the Virginia Spartans take on Roanoke Catholic in an exciting high school soccer matchup.

VPhA 145th Annual Convention

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center — Registration fees apply — A three-day gathering for pharmacy professionals to learn, network, and engage.

Shoobies at Parkway

5:30 PM — Parkway Brewing Company — Cover band performance — Enjoy tight vocal harmonies with real steel pans from local talent.

Filter Concert

6:30-9 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets $44-$74 — Experience a night of rock with Filter, Finger Eleven, and Local H on tour together.

Blippi: Be Like Blippi Tour

6-9 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets from $27 — Experience an interactive live show with Blippi filled with music, laughter, and curiosity-igniting adventures.