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Roanoke
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FloydFest 25~Aurora started on July 23 and will run through July 27 as it marks 25 years of music in the mountains. Thousands of fans will enjoy seven stages and hundreds of food vendors, with nine new acts and improved logistics — better transportation, extra shade and enhanced safety measures — boosting the festival experience. WSLS 10
- ➤ Roanoke honored Arthur Taubman with a historical marker on the 200 block of McClanahan Street SW—Taubman turned Advance Auto Parts into an international powerhouse, saved over 500 Jews during World War II, and fought racial and religious prejudice. The marker, placed near his former home, celebrates his lasting impact on our local history. WDBJ7
- ➤ Tomorrow's Leaders will host their third annual Talent in the Star showcase at the Jefferson Center on August 1 to spotlight local youth and encourage them to shine through the pressure. WFIR News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at Appalachian Power warned boaters, kayakers and tubers that water levels on the New and Roanoke rivers could have risen rapidly starting on Wednesday if a power increase was ordered after a directive from PJM (levels below Claytor Dam may have jumped 2 feet in minutes while those below Leesville Dam might have risen 8 feet over several hours). WFXR-TV
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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.
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Breakthrough Basketball Attack & Counter Camp
July 29-31 — Performance Sportsplex — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your basketball skills while building character and confidence.
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Cocktails and Creators
7-11:59 p.m. — Six and Sky Rooftop Grille — $30 — Mingle with comic creators while enjoying a cocktail and scenic views in an exclusive meet and greet.
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Big Lick Comic Con: Summer Celebration
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Berglund Center — Cost information not provided — Celebrate summer with unique backgrounds and fandom at this local comic con.
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Shrek The Musical Live
1-4 p.m. — Mill Mountain Theater, Trinkle MainStage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful performance of Shrek The Musical in Roanoke.
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Lost 80's Live Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Tickets vary — Celebrate the 23rd anniversary of Lost 80's Live with iconic New Wave and Pop acts from the 80s.
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The Vapors Live Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Elmwood Park — Tickets required — Experience a nostalgic night with 80's hits featuring The Vapors and other iconic bands.
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Shrek The Musical
1-4 p.m. — Mill Mountain Theater, Trinkle MainStage — VIP packages available — Experience the beloved story of Shrek in a spectacular musical performance.
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Roanoke Comedy Fest: Rich Vos Live
6:30-11 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets available — Experience the comedic brilliance of Rich Vos, a stand-up legend with decades of laughter to share.
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The Concert - A Tribute to ABBA
6-7:30 p.m. — Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges — Ticket prices may vary — Relive the golden days of pop with one of the best ABBA tribute acts in the world.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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