Good morning, Roanoke.

On Monday, hundreds of officers & community members gathered for a funeral procession to honor fallen Deputy Logan Utt, who died in the line of duty, as the event began outside the Roanoke Medical Examiner Office and continued toward Mount Airy.

A 804 Richmond podcast recapped local updates from June 1 — it previewed the Que Pasa Festival at CarMax Park and discussed a new job market outlook for area grads.

Residents can use these details to stay in the know about what is happening around town.

Roanoke will host events during National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend to let residents learn about preventing violent incidents.

Local community groups plan discussions and activities with more details coming soon.

Gas prices in Roanoke dropped 18.6 cents per gallon in the last week, with regular gas now at $4.04.

National averages also fell but remain over $1 higher than last year, according to GasBuddy data.

Appalachian Power will upgrade 17 miles of transmission line, four substations and add a new substation for a Google data center in Daleville—Google funds the project to help lower rates and spur growth.

An open house is scheduled Wednesday at Read Mountain Middle School from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

At Heritage Apiary in Botetourt County, a severe drought has lowered nectar flow and honey production, with early spring harvests unable to replace the missed fall collection — consumers are urged to stock up on honey as supplies remain limited.

PEERS RVA (a local nonprofit) has announced a summer social skills camp for youth in Roanoke.

The camp will run later this summer and offer sessions to build communication skills and teamwork in a supportive setting (registration details have been released).

Tom Hamilton Live Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticketed event — Experience a night of diverse musical exploration with Tom Hamilton, renowned artist and member of various bands.

Journey: Final Frontier Tour 2026

7:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying farewell performance by the iconic rock band Journey featuring their greatest hits.

Lauren Alaina Concert

10:00 AM – 7:30 PM — Dr. Pepper Park, Riverwalk Parking Deck — Cost not specified — Enjoy infectious melodies and relatable lyrics from a rising country star.

Talking Heads Tribute Concert

6-9 p.m. — Black Dog Salvage - Main Showroom — Kids 12 & under are free — Enjoy the definitive tribute to The Talking Heads with a seven-piece band performing hits from ’77 to Stop Making Sense.

5PTS Legendary Brunch with Hoppie Vaughan and Friends

11 a.m.–4 p.m. — Black Dog Salvage - Main Showroom — Kids 12 & under FREE — Enjoy live music and local vendors at this community benefit series supporting non-profits.

TOAST - The Best of BREAD

7-11 p.m. — Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Ave SW, Roanoke, VA — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic soft rock hits of BREAD performed with virtuoso fidelity by TOAST.

Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: A Heartland Hit Parade

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — $31.00, $37.00 & $50.00 — Experience the powerful fusion of country music and orchestral performance with hits from legendary artists.

Monster Flea Market

7-11 a.m. — Berglund Center — Free entry — Explore over 200 vendors selling a diverse range of items at Roanoke's biggest flea market.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 16-18 — Performance Sportsplex — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your game with intense ball handling, shooting, and decision-making drills.

Leonard Blush and the Camelcals Live Performance

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Parkway Brewing Company — Check the venue for ticket prices — Enjoy a vibrant rock and roll performance by Leonard Blush and the Camelcals, hailing from Virginia.