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Roanoke
Friday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Washington Park will host its 102nd anniversary Fourth of July celebration on July 5 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event honors the park’s history as a gathering space for black families — once called Dreamland — and will feature free activities, family reunions and local vendors. WFXR-TV
- ➤ CASA of Central Virginia urgently needs volunteers to serve as court-appointed special advocates for children facing abuse or neglect. The organization helped nearly 200 kids in fiscal 2025 and now has a waitlist of 135 children across counties such as Lynchburg and Bedford — local volunteers are needed to help improve their outcomes. WSLS 10
- ➤ Nevaeh Pagans aged out of foster care and now lives independently with help from the Independent Living Program run by Depaul Community Resources—offering safe housing, daily living lessons and case management to young adults aged 18 to 21. She plans to finish high school, earn an associate degree and become an ultrasound tech to build a stable future. WDBJ7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill is launching a new loyalty program in the Roanoke Valley that gives shoppers 1 point for every dollar spent and $5 off after earning 100 points — the program helps keep thousands of pounds of items out of landfills. Customers can sign up in any of the 37 stores. WFXR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke’s Pinball Museum in Center in the Square celebrates its 10th anniversary this month by offering a limited number of commemorative pins to mark the milestone. Executive director Nic Shell said the museum will soon launch its Pinball 2.0 project to update exhibits and draw visitors from around Virginia and beyond — though no set date has been given. WFXR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police from the Appomattox, Salem, Culpeper, and Wytheville Divisions will conduct Operation DISS-rupt on all 325 miles of Interstate 81 on July 1 and July 2 to focus on distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding and seat belt safety — the operation aims to reduce crashes by 10% and achieve zero fatalities during the busy holiday season. WFXR-TV
- ➤ A new cyberbullying law will go into effect July 1, requiring public schools to update their guidelines to address bullying that happens off campus—this change comes after several teen suicides last year and mandates that schools offer help and protection for students reporting online abuse. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts said the new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 gives a very bad sore throat that feels like razor blades. The Virginia Department of Health said there are no cases yet—experts warn that rising travel cases may bring the variant here as summer goes on. WDBJ7
- ➤ Outdoor workers, including construction crews and landscapers, brave the high heat and follow safety measures—such as water breaks, morning briefs, and gear like sombreros and cooling towels—to protect themselves from heat exhaustion. Supervisors closely monitor the crews and adjust schedules to keep risks low as temperatures rise. ABC 13
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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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Minka with The Big Debbies
6:30-11 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Check for ticket prices — Experience a funky night with Minka and the debut of The Big Debbies, promising an energetic musical blend.
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Summer Discovery Days at the Museum
10 AM — O. Winston Link & Roanoke History Museum — $5 per child — Interactive summer learning themed around local history and hands-on adventures.
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Weekly Club Meeting
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Charter Hall at the City Market Building — Registration required — Attend this weekly meeting in person or virtually via Zoom.
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Summer Senior Club
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Historic Fishburn Mansion — $30 — Engage in crafts and games while making new friends in a welcoming environment.
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Diamond Rio Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved country band Diamond Rio live in Roanoke.
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It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.
~ Confucius
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