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Roanoke
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Roanoke will bring back the Member One Mega Market Match program starting May 31 to give SNAP users a dollar-for-dollar match up to $100 at the Historic City Market. Shoppers can also fill out a financial health survey to win $100 in Market Bucks (drawings will be held on July 12, August 16, and September 20) from local vendors. WSLS 10
- ➤ A 12-year-old student at Andrew Lewis Middle School organized a toy drive that collected 800 toys and games from a Dawgs game in late March. Carilion Children’s Hospital welcomed mascots Daisy from the Rail Yard Dawgs and Mugsy from the Salem Red Sox this morning—marking the drive's success—by accepting the donations. WFIR News
- ➤ Roanoke will host the Local Colors Festival on Saturday, May 17 at Elmwood Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring performances, artisan booths, activities for kids and worldwide cuisine that mark over 30 years of growth+ a celebration of the Valley's cultural diversity. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Youngkin today announced that QualiChem will invest 9 million dollars in a new 48550 square foot facility in Salem—The expansion will create 12 jobs and move the company’s administrative offices and laboratory into a dedicated building to support more production. WSLS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A state census from 1783 in parts of Augusta County showed that one in three homes owned at least one enslaved Black person, showing that slavery was more common than many believed — a detail used in a three-year project on Virginia’s role in the march to independence with support from the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission. Cardinal News will share more findings from this research in coming months. Cardinal News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County Economic Development Director Megan Baker was named one of North America’s top 50 economic developers by Consultant Connect. Since taking the role in October 2022, she led efforts that secured $144 million in new projects and created 1,300 jobs — including investments from Wells Fargo, Mack Trucks, Southern Team Hyundai, and Vistar Eye Center. The Roanoke Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Youngkin announced a new recycling center yesterday in Roanoke — officials said final checks are in progress — and the facility will open soon. WDBJ7
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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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Strand Theatre Revival Free Jazz Concert
11 PM – 2 AM — 109 Henry St NW, Roanoke, VA — Free entry — Celebrate the legendary history of jazz music at the historic Strand Theatre with a night of free performances.
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Festival in The Park - Sunday (1964 The Tribute)
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Ticket information not mentioned — Experience an authentic Beatles tribute that captures the spirit of the 60s.
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YogaVenture 2025
2 PM – 4 PM — Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing — Ticketed event — Enjoy a rejuvenating weekend of yoga, mindfulness workshops, and outdoor adventures in serene mountain vibes.
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Wickets and Wine Fundraiser
11 AM – 3 PM — Historic Fishburn Mansion — $50 — Step back in time for croquet, wine, and delicious lunch while supporting historic preservation.
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