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Friday, March 21st, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 20, the Out of the Office Podcast discussed five greenway projects under construction in Roanoke County, including work at Explore Park and Green Hill Park—projects that are set to improve local routes. The podcast also previewed the Blue Ridge Kite Festival scheduled for April 19 at Green Hill Park with kite giveaways and food trucks. Roanoke County
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities said charges remain pending after a fatal crash on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. on Rt. 220 in Botetourt County where a detached truck braking part hit a Hyundai—killing Roanoke man Chad Hunter Ferguson, 44, at the scene. WDBJ7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke Police responded just before 9:30 p.m. on March 20 to a call at the 3600 block of Ferncliff Avenue NW—finding a man with gunshot wounds who was taken to a local hospital as the investigation continues. ABC 13
- ➤ Roanoke police charged owner Kayla Campbell and director Ian Yaeger of Nomadic Paws Kitten Rescue with two counts of felony animal neglect after officers found 47 cats in poor condition on the 1400 block of Peters Creek Road Northwest—2 cats were dead and 7 were sent to an emergency veterinarian, and they will appear in court on May 6 at 2 p.m. WSLS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beth Macy (M.A. ’93), a Roanoke-based journalist and New York Times-bestselling author, will deliver the commencement address at Hollins University’s 183rd ceremony at Berglund Center Coliseum in downtown Roanoke on May 18 at 10 a.m. She is known for writing about outsiders and underdogs and for examining issues such as globalization and America's drug crisis. The Roanoke Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Franklin County jury awarded $750,000 in damages to two families evicted from Lazy Cove Campground in June 2020 after owner Regina Turner learned that one husband was Black— this remains the largest fair housing jury award secured by the attorney general’s office. WDBJ7
- ➤ Cardinal reporters are marking Sunshine Week by sharing tips to use online GIS websites to check property details and zoning in your neighborhood. The guide explains how to search for public records using easy tools—like a magnifying-glass icon—to see ownership, tax values, and building permits. Cardinal News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Ed Walker said he remains committed to providing 80 affordable housing units and creative spaces at Riverdale despite ending the Artspace collaboration—preconstruction work is underway this year with construction planned for early 2026 and an opening set for summer. Local artists see the project as a hopeful option to secure dedicated live and work spaces in Roanoke. Cardinal News
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Waitress Musical in Roanoke
Witness the acclaimed musical 'Waitress' at the Mill Mountain Theatre, with a portion of proceeds benefiting your chosen charity.
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Waitress at Mill Mountain Theatre
Experience the live performance of Waitress at the Mill Mountain Theatre in Roanoke, Virginia.
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Waitress in Roanoke
7:30-10 p.m. | Mill Mountain Theatre | Ticket prices vary | Experience the delightful musical 'Waitress' while supporting a cause of your choice.
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Harlem Globetrotters 2025
7-11 p.m. — Berglund Center — Family-friendly fun — Watch the Harlem Globetrotters showcase their extraordinary basketball skills and comedy in a thrilling performance.
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Star Quilters Guild 2025 Quilt Show
1 PM — Read Mountain Preserve — Free entry — Discover stunning quilts and community creativity at this annual showcase.
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Warrior Women's Conference 2025
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Salem Civic Center — Check website for costs — Experience powerful testimonies and discussions on spiritual leadership from dynamic women.
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Virtual Tour at Clearview Apartments
9 AM - 7 PM | Clearview Apartments | Free entry | Explore the best in senior living with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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Tribute to John Prine by Tree of Forgiveness Band
6:30-11:00 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticketed event — Celebrate the legendary songs of John Prine performed by an all-star lineup of North Carolina musicians.
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Carmina Burana: O Fortuna
8 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful choral music of Carmina Burana under the direction of renowned conductor David Stewart Wiley.
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Joanne Shaw Taylor Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Jefferson Center — $6 box office fee — Experience an electrifying night of pop, soul, and blues-rock with Joanne Shaw Taylor and her stellar band.
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~ James Clear
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