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Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 21, local leaders moderated a panel discussion on fair housing at Gainsboro, hosted by the Harrison Museum of African American Culture; the event saw community experts (including real estate representatives) review the impact of past housing policies (shaping neighborhood access) on local opportunities. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ Devante Holliday, a Ramp Agent Lead for Choice Aviation Services at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, shared his journey from growing up in Roanoke to building a career that blends work and faith (mentoring teammates and ensuring safety). He emphasized the importance of family and his local church in shaping his life. The Roanoke Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire on Sunday night displaced a family of four from their residence on Indian Grave Road in Clearbrook and firefighters rescued one dog — the blaze was under control within 15 minutes after crews arrived at 8:05 p.m. The American Red Cross is helping the displaced family. ABC 13
- ➤ A home fire in Roanoke County displaced a family while rescuing one dog on Apr. 27 (early in the morning) as emergency crews arrived promptly. WDBJ7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Volvo's New River Valley plant in Dublin, workers perform most complex assembly manually while robots handle simpler tasks — company VP Magnus Koeck said further automation may come in 15 years. Technicians urge upskilling to adapt to rising technology in manufacturing. WVTF
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Choirs from Temple Emanuel and Loudon Avenue Christian Church opened Shared Legacies at the Grandin Theatre on Thursday, April 16 with a film on Black and Jewish civil rights co-sponsored by the Harrison Museum; panelists Rabbi Schindler and Dr. Chavis led discussion — uniting voices — that honored shared past. The Roanoke Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Spanberger signed bipartisan measures on Monday, April 27 at the Roanoke Higher Education Center to boost career and technical education, expand apprenticeships, and make the Community Builders Pilot Program permanent (a move supported by local lawmakers Delegate Rasoul and Senator Suetterlein). WVTF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Physicians in Virginia praised the General Assembly today for rejecting amendments to the Affordable Medicine Act that would have raised medicine costs, with Dr. Heidi Appel urging Governor Spanberger to back the bipartisan bill to lower costs. The Roanoke Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke-based VIA Centers will launch an autism intervention program today to offer early support for children with autism. The initiative will provide targeted therapy and essential resources to help families enhance communication and daily living skills. WDBJ7
- ➤ Angels of Assisi will host a TacoRita's Adoption Event on May 2 at Berglund Center and a Mobile Health Clinic on May 8 at Fincastle Baptist Church Pavilion at 7330 Roanoke Rd + each event includes a three-pet limit per family. WDBJ7
- ➤ Health experts warned that measles cases are rising with 1,700 reported in the first four months of the year—raising concerns over declining vaccinations—while the FDA fast-tracks reviews for two breakthrough psychedelic drugs and a study shows the HPV vaccine helps reduce men’s cancer risk. WDBJ7
- ➤ A mobile animal health clinic will soon visit Botetourt to offer essential pet care services and wellness checks for local animals. WDBJ7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 3,000 runners competed in the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon on April 18 in downtown Roanoke, choosing a 10K, half, or full race across three mountains. Rob Perkinson + Emily Sharp won the full race, and nearly 11,000 spectators cheered on participants during post-race festivities at Elmwood Park. The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ Roanoke native Curtis Blair has surpassed 1,000 NBA regular-season games after 18 years as a referee, and he has officiated key playoff matchups including an All-Star Game in 2019 (a significant milestone). The Roanoke Tribune
- ➤ Former Lakeway Christian coach Curtis Staples began working as a scout for the Pistons this season after a 16-year career that brought state titles and over 120 NCAA qualifiers. Staples, a Roanoke native now studying law, looks forward to evaluating new talent. The Roanoke Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Coppélia Performance
3-6 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical ballet where toys come to life in a magical toyshop.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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