Good morning, Roanoke.

Today, city leaders and fire officials dedicated the Rawleigh Quarles Community Room at Roanoke Fire Station 5 to honor the city’s first Black fire chief—Rawleigh Quarles.

Fire Chief David Hoback said the new space will be used for meetings and outreach.

On May 29, Roanoke Police responded to a single-motorcycle crash on the 1500 block of Golfside Avenue NW where a man suffered serious injuries—he was taken to a local hospital and the incident remains under investigation.

On May 28, 45-year-old Derrick Wayne Turner of Roanoke rode his Suzuki GSRX 600 at high speed and crashed on the 1500 block of Golfside Avenue NW after veering off the road and hitting a tree—he later died in the hospital.

Roanoke police say 45-year-old Derrick Wayne Turner died today from injuries he suffered after his motorcycle, traveling at high speed, left the road on Wednesday just before 8:30 p.m. in the 1500 block of Golfside Avenue NW— investigators are still reviewing the cause.

Radford Army Ammunition Plant postponed the incinerator’s operation originally set for July and now plans to complete the new facility by next June due to heavy rains and design changes—this project will replace open burning with a safer alternative for processing energetic waste.

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center welcomed its first bobcat kitten of 2025 when it arrived on May 21 from Floyd County after its mother was killed in a car accident.

The 4- to 5-week-old kitten now weighs 700 grams and is fed every three hours by intern Katherine McGrath—who takes careful steps to keep it wild—and the center will prepare it for release in 2026.

Governor Youngkin will attend the 81st anniversary of D-Day on June 6 at 11 a.m. at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford — marking his third consecutive year at the ceremony as Major Generals Craig Crenshaw and James W.

Ring also pledge to honor veterans with tributes and a wreath.

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.

Chayce Beckham Live Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Dr. Pepper Park — Cost varies — Enjoy a vibrant concert from American Idol winner Chayce Beckham as part of the Northwest ACE Summer Concert Series.