Good morning, Roanoke.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Queens of Soul

8 PM — Salem Civic Center — Ticket information available — Experience a celebration of soul with powerful opera performances from talented artists.

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.

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.