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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Monday night, the Roanoke Jewish Federation honored local high school athletes Sam Dowdy, Addison Becker, and patriot Grace Williams at its annual B’nai B’rith awards banquet. Dowdy will attend VMI after playing football, soccer, and golf, Becker plans to join Liberty University as a track, cross country, and wrestling athlete, and Williams will go to Virginia Tech this fall. WDBJ7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nelson County deputies arrested 22-year-old Katelynn Hipes after investigating the April murder of Kevin Small, who was found naked on a tractor on Serenity Trail and reportedly shot inside his home while a delivery driver discovered his body the next morning—Hipes faces charges of second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony with a bond appeal hearing set for June 16. ABC 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Roanoke fell by 3.7 cents per gallon last week, and current prices range from $2.59 to $3.29 (they are 5.5 cents lower than last month and 43.1 cents lower than last year). WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amanda Waldron, an English teacher at Northside Middle School, received a unique poem nomination for June’s Education Impact Award and will get $250 to support her classroom—she has taught creative real-life lessons for 12 years that engage her students. Her work aligns with a push for practical learning that brings education to life. WSLS 10
- ➤ Dr. Laura Treanor was named president of Virginia Western Community College by Dr. David Doré and will begin her service on July 1—ending a nationwide search of 61 candidates and bringing a leader with strong Roanoke Valley ties. The Roanoke Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke launched the Mayor’s Hope and Home Task Force after city council approved the idea Monday to address the rise in homelessness. The 20-member group—led by Mayor Joe Cobb—will study the causes and impact on local resources and begin work next month with an 18‑month timeline. WDBJ7
- ➤ VDOT is asking Roanoke County drivers to review a study on Route 419 improvements for safety and capacity between Starkey Road and Springwood Park Drive—residents can take an online survey until June 16 to help shape future plans under Project Pipeline. The Roanoke Star
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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