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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb declared May 30 Jean Jadhon Day when she finished her last shift at WDBJ7 and received the Key to the City. Jean won awards for reporting on big local events and retired after many years in journalism — marking a major career change. WDBJ7
- ➤ Good Samaritan Hospice held its first Memorial Service and Butterfly Release on Saturday with Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb and local volunteers attending to honor loved ones. The event was sponsored by VFW Post 1264, Blackmore CPA and several local funeral homes—giving the community a new way to remember those they have lost. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday evening, emergency crews responded to a crash at Richmond Highway and Doss Road that flipped a car and left two people seriously hurt — one was airlifted by a medical helicopter — while Highway 460 was closed for several hours during the investigation. ABC 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Between May 19—May 23, Roanoke police and several law enforcement agencies conducted Operation Summer Shield, which resulted in 27 arrests and the seizure of two firearms and nine ounces of narcotics to combat violent crime. ABC 13
- ➤ Roanoke Police arrested Reynaldo Hinojosa Mayan on DUI manslaughter charges after his red Jeep Wrangler collided head-on with a Chevrolet at the intersection of Cove Road and Dansbury Dr NW on Friday, May 30 at 11:39 p.m.—resulting in the death of 19-year-old Amarani Amaya Gomez at the scene, the later death of 18-year-old Mariangela Duenas at a hospital, and leaving a 17-year-old critically injured, with his breath sample showing a BAC twice the legal limit. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, high school students held a panel at the TAP—No CAP Zone Teen Summit where they questioned city leaders including Mayor Joe Cobb and Sheriff Antonio Hash about safety and education while insisting their voices be heard. City officials praised the students for their direct questions and said they would work to address the concerns raised. WDBJ7
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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Rethink, Reuse, Repair Fair
10 a.m.–3 p.m. — Wasena Park — Free entry — Discover how to repair broken items and reduce waste at this engaging community fair.
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