Good morning, Roanoke.

Champ’s Gym in Roanoke—serving youths with boxing training and mentorship for 50 years—met with City Council on July 21st to request help in building a 7,500 square-foot center that will include two boxing rings and training zones for local youths.

A driver hit a home in Roanoke on July 25th—displacing two residents as police investigate the cause.

Two residents were displaced after a car crashed into a home in Roanoke on Jul.

25; emergency crews responded and are investigating the incident—no further details have been released.

Roanoke restaurant owners are monitoring their sales after a 1% meals tax increase to 6.5% took effect July 1 — several report fewer customers and reduced profits from tax-inclusive pricing.

The new tax revenue will fund overtime for city workers and help with maintenance backlogs while some owners call for reinvestment to boost downtown dining.

A former teacher was sentenced on July 25 for supplying meth and fentanyl in southwest Virginia—authorities say his actions endangered community safety.

The Roanoke Arts Commission launched the Arts Connect Neighbors catalog — offering 60 free artistic workshops to bring communities together.

Local residents can explore a variety of creative opportunities through this new program.

The YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is ready to start its 37th Y After School Care Program for about 1,600 children ages three to 12 from Roanoke and nearby counties.

The program runs from the end of the school day until 6 p.m. and offers meals, homework time and indoor and outdoor activities — funded by grants and fundraising to support families in need.

Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport will conduct live burn training for aircraft rescue and firefighting teams with fire and public safety first responders joining in — the work will take place at Lot 18 near the air traffic control tower and Piedmont Airlines hangar.

Officials warned residents that fire and smoke will be visible during training, though flights will not be affected — the sessions are scheduled for July 28–30 and August 6–8.

Cody Beck, a Forest teenager with a complex congenital heart defect who had four surgeries as a baby, underwent a nearly 14-hour heart transplant and is now recovering in the pediatric ICU & his family was notified when a match was found.

Breakthrough Basketball Attack & Counter Camp

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Berglund Center — Tickets required — Experience a captivating laser and light show set to the iconic music of Pink Floyd.