Good morning, Roanoke.

Angels of Assisi hosted their first-ever Summer Mega Adoption Event on Saturday at Berglund Center, where 15 local shelters brought dozens of pets for adoption — pet businesses provided advice and supplies to help new owners.

Miss Virginia will return later this week at the Berglund Center + Hotel Roanoke to participate in a local event celebrating the pageant tradition.

Star City Motor Madness held a car show downtown Saturday featuring over 300 vehicles along Jefferson Street.

The event raised funds for the Virginia Museum of Transportation and local nonprofits.

Roanoke-based companies are recognizing notable career milestones and announcing leadership changes this week starting today, June 28, as various local businesses update roles and celebrate professional achievements.

Roanoke's expanded seat belt law will mark its first anniversary on July 1, requiring all passengers to buckle up in every vehicle seat.

Advocates push for tougher penalties to boost compliance + reduce unrestrained traffic deaths.

UVA Health expert Jeffrey Wilson said tick-related emergency room visits increased earlier this spring in Virginia and may continue as tick season spans from spring through fall; he recommends using DEET on skin & treating outdoor clothing with permethrin to reduce risk.

Local defensive back Robert Carter Jr. is working his way back to the NFL after a long recovery period.

He will attend tryouts soon to prove his renewed abilities.

Roanoke's Curtis Blair recapped his stint as an NBA Finals referee — detailing pivotal moments and lessons learned during high-stakes games.

His insights give local sports fans an insider look at a unique chapter in professional basketball.

The Broken Hearts - Tom Petty Tribute

6:00 – 7:30 PM — Dr. Pepper Park — Cost info not specified — Celebrate the music of Tom Petty with a tribute band from his home state of Florida.

Delta Dental Party in Elmwood

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Elmwood Park — $10 admission, kids free — Enjoy a lively evening of beach bands and family-friendly activities in a vibrant park atmosphere.

Luke Schneider Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Spot on Kirk — $12 ADV/$15 DOS — Experience the celestial sounds of Nashville's ambient pedal-steel artist.

Pilates in the Park

8:00 – 8:45 AM — Wasena Park — Free entry — Start your day with refreshing Pilates moves and community connection in the park.

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Concert

10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Dr. Pepper Park — Kids 12 and under free — Experience a day of music with Aaron Lewis in the Northwest ACE Summer Concert Series.

Billy Strings Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Berglund Center — Mobile delivery tickets only — Enjoy an evening of exceptional bluegrass music with no opener.

Cooper Alan Concert

6:00 – 7:30 PM — Dr. Pepper Park — Free for kids 12 & under with an adult — Experience the creative sounds of rising country star Cooper Alan at the Northwest Ace Summer Concert Series.

Umphrey's McGee Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Exchange — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-blurring grooves of Umphrey's McGee at Roanoke's premier music venue.

An Evening with Webb Wilder

8-9:30 p.m. — The Spot on Kirk — $15 ADV | $20 Day of Show — Experience Americana Rock and Roll with Roots Rock Royalty Webb Wilder.

Falcon Ridge Most Wanted Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Spot on Kirk — Check the duo's award-winning sound blending country and Americana vibes.