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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County leaders announced new development projects—targeting housing and business growth—that are set to move forward soon. Officials said additional details on project timelines and locations will be shared in the coming weeks. WDBJ7
- ➤ Intercept Health will host a free Foster Care Aware event at its Roanoke headquarters on Saturday, May 10th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—offering family fun like a foam party, bounce house, and food trucks to help raise support for over 5,000 children in foster care statewide. The Roanoke Star
- ➤ Downtown Roanoke, Inc. will turn the 2nd Street Bridge at the Gainsboro Road NW, Salem Avenue SW and 2nd Street SW intersection into an 800‑foot waterslide to raise funds for its Ambassador Program this summer. The slide will run on June 28 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on June 29 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. — tickets include tube rental and two hours of unlimited sliding. The Roanoke Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke police said a woman aged 79 (Kathleen Diane Witt) had a medical emergency that led her to drive on the wrong side of the road and collide head-on with another vehicle on Peters Creek Road NW around 4:10 p.m. on Friday, killing her and injuring two others who were taken to a local hospital. ABC 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke celebrated National Small Business Week this week when it hosted its first small business recognition reception Monday night at Sidewinders — dozens of local business owners met with the city's economic development team. Mayor Joe Cobb plans to host more events for small businesses in the fall. WSLS 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke Police responded to a fatal two-vehicle collision on Peters Creek Road NW on May 2 at 4:10 p.m.—the crash killed 79-year-old Kathleen Diane Witt and injured two women who were taken to a local hospital, with early reports indicating that Witt may have suffered a medical emergency before the crash. WFIR News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism will host the Tavern Stage Summer Music Series this summer at Explore Park in Twin Creeks. The series features five free events—May 9 with GAK, June 13 with Father Sun, July 18 with Empty Bottles, August 15 with Creedence Clearwater Recital, and September 12 with Jordan Harman and the Humble Brags—and food and drinks available for purchase at Twin Creeks Brewpub. Roanoke County
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Close to 50 single-family homes are being built in the Ridge of Fairway Forest neighborhood in Roanoke County. Local developers and Ryan Homes broke ground last week—homes starting at $500,000 are now on sale. WDBJ7
TRAVEL NEWS
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Them Coulee Boys Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a lively performance by the eclectic quintet blending various music styles.
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Strawberry Festival
2:30-8:30 p.m. — The Farmers' Market at Citizen Square — Free entry — Enjoy fresh strawberries, ice cream, and family-friendly activities including bounce houses and face painting.
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Kiwanis Pancake and Auction Day
7:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Berglund Center — Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Roanoke's largest civic organization's 30th annual pancake event.
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Sunday School with Pastor Phil
11:00 a.m. — Church — Free entry — Explore Christian training through the Way of Love with Pastor Phil.
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Van Morrison Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticket information not provided — Enjoy a captivating journey through the timeless music of Van Morrison with Pat Garvey's One Irish Rover.
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Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament
One of the largest Junior Golf Tournaments in the USA - players from 8 different countries + USA Rated as a top 10 event in the country! A chance to see the future of PGA and LPGA tours @ Roanoke Country Club. Thanks!
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Gainsboro Neighborhood Block Party
11 AM – 2 PM — Gainsboro Library — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with food, games, and neighborly fun.
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Dominion Air Open House
12-8 p.m. — Dominion Air Machinery Co — RSVP required — Explore the facilities and learn about the latest in air machinery technology.
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Jordan Davis Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Elmwood Park Art Walk — Cost not specified — Experience the hits of Billboard's Top New Country Artist in an intimate outdoor setting.
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Roanoke Festival in the Park
All day — Elmwood Park Art Walk — Free entry — Celebrate art, music, and community in this beloved annual festival since 1969.
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