Good morning, Roanoke.

Fishin’ Pig officially opened its Daleville location after months of anticipation— the new restaurant serves Southern favorites like BBQ, seafood and 112 made-from-scratch dishes and is the fifth location with outlets also in Farmville, Waynesboro, Norfolk and near Richmond.

National bestselling author Andrew Lawler will speak on his new book A Perfect Frenzy during the History is Served fundraising event held by the Roanoke History and O.

Winston Link Museums at Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave NE) on September 18.

Local youth will showcase their talents at the Talent in the Star event on August 1 at 6:00 p.m. at Jefferson Center—doors open at 5:30 p.m. and free admission lets middle and high school students present music, dance, and spoken word performances along with cash prizes and an award for standout talent.

Virginia State Police placed ninth in the Best Looking Cruiser Calendar Contest, a contest that highlights the design of police vehicles across the region.

Officials said the selection reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen the department’s public image.

Virginia has installed its first baby box in the parking garage at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital—this safe, monitored facility lets parents in crisis legally surrender their newborn, protecting both the child and the family.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spanish Tune-Up for Middle School Students

9 AM - 12 PM — Michael Eaton — Cancellation and change fees apply — A fun camp for rising sixth to eighth graders to boost their Spanish skills over the summer.

Nat Myers Live at FloydFest

8 p.m. — FloydFest — Ticket information available — Experience the soulful sounds of Nat Myers in a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Endless Summer 1-Mile Run & Relay

6:15-7:30 p.m. — Hidden Valley High School — Registration fee required — A family-friendly track event featuring a 1-mile run and kids' dash.

Shallow Side Live at Sidewinders

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Sidewinders — $15 — Experience an electrifying night of rock music with Shallow Side brought to you by The Rock Channel.

Billy Currington & Kip Moore Concert

7-9 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fantastic evening of music with national artists Billy Currington and Kip Moore at the Budweiser Summer Series.

Breakthrough Basketball Attack & Counter Camp

July 29-31 — Performance Sportsplex — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your basketball skills while building character and confidence.