Good morning, Roanoke.

FemCity Roanoke celebrated its 9th anniversary on Tuesday, Mar.

3 as the local nonprofit honored nearly a decade of empowering women through community events.

AARP warns travelers to be alert for travel scams that use bogus deals, fake booking sites, and unusual payment methods.

They advise using credit cards and checking companies online to verify legitimacy before booking any vacation.

A comprehensive events calendar highlights a range of local happenings from live music to art workshops scheduled from March 5 to March 11.

Readers are encouraged to check event details at the listed venues (including theaters, libraries, and community centers) to catch the full lineup.

Roanoke County Fire & Rescue responded at 3:04 p.m. to a residential fire on the 2800 block of Loch Haven Drive in Hollins + firefighters controlled the blaze in about 30 minutes with no injuries reported, though four people and two dogs were displaced.

Interstate Group invested $8.9 million to expand its Giles County facility—creating 46 jobs and adding automation, new machinery, and upgrades to boost trailer availability on the East Coast.

A $200,000 state grant supports the project, according to the governor’s office.

Speyside Bourbon Cooperage in Smyth County will end production and lay off 52 employees effective April 23 after citing bourbon industry slowdowns in a letter sent Feb.

23; county officials say they are working with regional partners to support affected workers.

The City of Salem is hosting a second job fair for impacted Yokohama Tire employees and local job seekers at the Salem Civic Center on Thursday, March 5 (2:30 to 5:30 p.m.).

Seventy-three companies will guide attendees to job opportunities and offer resume and re-skilling help.

Grandin Court PTA will hold an emergency meeting at 5 p.m. on Thursday at Grandin Court Elementary.

The meeting will discuss proposed school budget cuts due to a $16.5 million shortfall from recent funding changes — parents and staff can ask questions.

The Senate approved a bill (21-19 party-line vote) to remove three Confederate statues from Capitol Square, leaving empty pedestals for commemorative replacements.

Officials are now seeking public input to honor figures like former Gov. Holton and Booker T. Washington.

Women with multiple sclerosis may face compounded symptoms during menopause, and doctors say it is key to tell them apart — patients should consult both an OB-GYN and a neurologist for proper treatment.

Centra will close the Bedford Hospice House on April 15 due to ongoing financial and staffing issues — the facility has served 274 patients since 2017 — and Bedford County will assume ownership while a new partner is sought to continue care.

Downtown Roanoke welcomes Dorothy & Frank’s, a new venue serving lunch and dinner with home-style dishes and modern flair under chef Nate Sloan.

Bent Mountain Winery debuted its dry wines locally, and a free seed swap at Blindhouse Beer is set for March 14 to boost urban gardening.

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.

Runaway Gin - A Tribute to Phish

8-11 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night with the world’s most notable Phish tribute band.