Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
Good morning, Roanoke.
🏘️ Community
Therapy dogs from TheraPets of Roanoke Valley visited the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport just before the 2025 holiday rush to ease travel anxiety among flyers.
Owners say the visits helped foster calm and friendly interaction (including Scout, Lucy Lou, and Trooper).
Local volunteers, including resident John Carlin, built five wheelchair ramps in under two hours on Saturday at the Build Smart Institute to help seniors and those with mobility issues.
The Renovation Alliance has offered free home improvements since 1999 using community donations.
Local agencies collaborated on Roanoke Drug Take Back Day this past Saturday, offering free VIN etching to deter car theft, opioid overdose training, and a safe station for expired medications.
Attendees enjoyed hands-on safety tips + free hot dogs as part of a community safety and education event.
🎭 Culture
A community event in Ferrum kicks off today celebrating local barbecue and moonshine heritage.
The festival will feature traditional recipes and local music (a nod to regional history).
🏥 Health
Roanoke and Salem police hosted the bi-annual National Prescription Drug Takeback Day to safely dispose of expired medications.
The DEA later incinerated the collected opioids — officials hope the drive will reduce local opioid misuse.
🎉 Roanoke Events
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Swan Lake
7-10 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the world’s most iconic ballet brought to life by a cast of international dancers in a stunning performance.
2026 Community School Strawberry Festival
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. & 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious strawberry shortcakes and local music amidst artisan vendors.
Explore & Pour Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — Explore Park — $25 for wine tastings — Enjoy a full day of wine, live music from Latin Heat, and local artisan shopping in a scenic setting.
Coppélia Performance
3-6 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical ballet where toys come to life in a magical toyshop.
The Shoobies Live
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Parkway Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience live music in a vibrant brewery setting with rotating food trucks.
The Darkside Experience - Pink Floyd Tribute
6:00 – 9:30 PM — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Cost info not provided — Experience an authentic tribute to classic Pink Floyd that feels just like being there.
Black Label Society Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets from $33.75 — Experience the electrifying heavy metal sounds of Black Label Society alongside Zakk Sabbath and Dark Chapel.
Hands-On Process Improvement Workshop for Spanish Speakers
8 AM – 12 PM — Virginia Western Community College — $275 — Engage in a hands-on workshop to learn effective process improvement techniques through interactive simulations.
Leonard Blush and the Camelcals Live
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Parkway Brewing Company — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy an energetic blend of rock and roll and country with Leonard Blush and the Camelcals.
Gary Allan Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets starting at $31 — Experience the Southern rock sounds of Gary Allan live in concert.
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