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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Wishneff, who secured key federal grants and investments to revive downtown, died Saturday at 73 after a long battle with Huntington’s disease. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Temple Emanuel Cemetery—a gathering will follow. Cardinal News
- ➤ Washington Park Pool in Roanoke will open Saturday, June 7 across from the Gainsboro YMCA on Orange Avenue. The new pool features a zero-entry area with splash features, a 14-foot water slide, three lap lanes and a lazy river and will be open every day except Mondays. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke police responded to a single-vehicle crash on the 1500 block of Golfside Ave at 8:26 p.m. on May 28 that left a man with serious injuries from a motorcycle crash hospitalized—investigators are still looking into the cause. WFXR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Roanoke men—Brandon Wayne Sawyers, 20, and Damitri Joshua Smith, 18—have been charged with robbery and shooting at a Vinton tobacco store where a clerk was shot and taken to a hospital, and both remain in custody without bond. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke College announced today a partnership with TMEIC to launch the TMEIC Roanoke College Scholars program—offering $10,000 annual scholarships, paid summer internships, mentorships and career development for engineering science majors. The program will select its first two scholars this summer to build a local engineering workforce in southwest Virginia. WSLS 10
- ➤ Build Smart Institute will host its first Concrete Camp for high school students from July 21 through 25 at its training facility at 701 Gainsboro Road NW in Roanoke — the free program, offered in collaboration with ProCon Inc, teaches concrete work skills and limits enrollment to 15 participants. The Roanoke Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke is promoting driver safety today with its annual 'Focused Driving, Safe Arriving' campaign — local artists are invited to submit designs for signal boxes as reports show a 26% increase in distracted driving crashes from 2019 to 2023. The third annual 'Color Your Corner' art contest accepts entries until June 11. ABC 13
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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The Big Run Roanoke 5K
5:45-7:30 p.m. — Fallon Park & Pool — Registration details available — Celebrate Global Running Day with runners of all ages and skill levels.
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Roanoke Higher Education Center Open House
4-6 p.m. — Roanoke Higher Education Center — Free entry — Discover educational programs and meet local academic representatives at this informative open house.
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Nate Bargatze Concert in Roanoke
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Cost info not provided — Experience live comedy from one of today's funniest stand-up talents.
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Rick Springfield Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Elmwood Park — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of classic rock with the legendary Rick Springfield.
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Kash'd Out Concert
6-10 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Cost information not specified — Enjoy a vibrant evening with the reggae/rock sounds of Kash'd Out straight from Orlando, FL.
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Queens of Soul
8 PM — Salem Civic Center — Ticket information available — Experience a celebration of soul with powerful opera performances from talented artists.
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Eaglemania - Tribute to The Eagles Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Dr. Pepper Park — Kids 12 and under free — Experience the world's greatest Eagles tribute with stunning harmonies and classic hits.
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Jackson Dean Live in Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges — Cost info unavailable — Experience the old school, gritty style of returning Maryland native Jackson Dean.
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