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Roanoke
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in the Roanoke Valley attended the first annual Pictures of Hope photoshoot hosted by HopeTree Family Services in Salem on Saturday. The event ran from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and featured a professional photographer, bounce houses, food, + an appearance by Trooper the therapy dog. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pluck'd, a company that grows tomatoes in a large greenhouse in Southwest Virginia, is putting its first produce in local stores this spring. The firm completed phase one of its project in Carroll County and plans a $100 million expansion. WVTF
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke City Public Schools is planning its first major rezoning in over 50 years to ease overcrowding at elementary schools+ the new boundaries will affect student placements next school year. The Roanoke Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Franklin County is considering a zoning rewrite that may ban private wells for data centers & impose sound and cooling limits as residents worry about long-term environmental and resource impacts; a joint work session is set for Wednesday, May 13 at 5 p.m. for further discussion. WSLS 10
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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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Dark Star Orchestra Concert
6-9 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the live sounds of Dark Star Orchestra under the stars in Roanoke's favorite park.
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Gasoline Alley Festival
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Free entry — Enjoy an outdoor celebration of music, arts, crafts, and family fun.
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1964 The Tribute
8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Elmwood Park — Ticket info not specified — Experience the magic of The Beatles with this authentic tribute band recreating a live concert experience.
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Boogie on the Mountain: Kerosene Willy
6-8 p.m. — Mill Mountain Discovery Center — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of great music and food at the scenic Mill Mountain.
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68th Annual Sidewalk Art Show
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Taubman Museum of Art — Free entry — Explore Southwest Virginia’s premier outdoor fine art show featuring diverse artwork from local artists.
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Josh Gates
8-11 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting evening with Josh Gates in Roanoke, VA.
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~ Alfred Adler
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