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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Botetourt County is hosting BOCO Wild today at Buchanan Town Park from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. The third annual event features skateboarding, mountain biking, fishing, kayaking, rock climbing, archery and food trucks—designed to attract about 1,000 visitors from Buchanan, Fincastle and Roanoke. WSLS 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke business owner Sherry Frantz received a call claiming to be from AEP that threatened to shut off her power in 20 minutes for a $999.88 past-due bill—even though her account was up to date—and she later confirmed the call was fraudulent while warning others to use only the number listed on their bills. WDBJ7
- ➤ Roanoke Police are searching for missing 17-year-old Natalie Routt, last seen June 11 at 10:45 p.m. near 9th Street SE in a white crop top and black shorts—she has red hair, brown eyes, a Saturn tattoo on her right wrist, a nose piercing and a medical condition requiring medication; anyone with information should call Roanoke Police at 540 853 2212. WDBJ7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NokeFest, a new 3-day music and arts festival, debuted at Garrett Farms in Salem on June 13 and will run until June 15. The event features 26 national and regional headliners, local food vendors, art installations — and camping and glamping options for a family-friendly experience. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local teenager Katie Sempek is learning medical skills at Camp Carilion at Roanoke Memorial Hospital this summer—she practiced IV placement, suturing, and CPR with other rising high school students to prepare for future roles in healthcare. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Gov. Youngkin signed a bill that makes it a crime to cause an overdose death by knowingly manufacturing, selling or distributing fentanyl. The law creates an offense of involuntary manslaughter and is part of his plan to hold drug dealers accountable—efforts that coincide with a 44 percent drop in fentanyl-related deaths year-over-year. WSLS 10
- ➤ Roanoke County administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19 for Juneteenth — other county services including public libraries and the clerk of circuit court will also have modified hours. Roanoke County
- ➤ A new webpage will display links to results for select races in the Virginia Primary Election on June 17. Polls open at 6 a.m.—and results will update after polls close at 7 p.m. as the election progresses. WSLS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke added Cynthia Haley, a Peer Recovery Specialist with Bradley Free Clinic, to its Responders for Recovery Program to help overdose victims and connect them with care. The program, launched over a year ago, has already reached more than 200 people and sent over 70 into treatment — a strong local effort to save lives. WDBJ7
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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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Kairos Youth Faith Event
Sunday evening - Friday noon — Roanoke College — $350 — A week-long faith-sharing event designed for youth to engage in community, worship, and personal grace.
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Artistic Encounters: Meet the Artist
4-7 p.m. — Blue Ridge PBS — Fundraiser event — Enjoy art, live music, and support local PBS initiatives while exploring new creativity.
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Ledbetters & Superunknown
6-7:30 p.m. — Dr. Pepper Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy tributes to Pearl Jam and Chris Cornell by The Ledbetters and Superunknown.
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WDBJ7's Star City Slide
10 AM – 10 PM on June 28 & 12 PM – 8 PM on June 29 — 2nd Street Bridge in Downtown Roanoke — $35 for adults, $10 for children 4-12 — Experience a thrilling ride down the slide with stunning city views.
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Freedom Festival & Fireworks
4-9:30 p.m. — River's Edge Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate freedom.
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Virginia Electric Live Concert
10 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — No Refunds — Enjoy two sets of electrifying music at one of Roanoke's top venues.
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Annual Floatilla to Starr Hill
1-6 p.m. — Roanoke Mountain Adventures — Bring your own float — Float down the Roanoke River to Starr Hill Brewery with friends and family.
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Them Dirty Roses Concert
5-7:30 p.m. — Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges — Ticketed event — Enjoy southern rock vibes from Bama's own Them Dirty Roses.
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