Good morning, Roanoke.

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley is hosting its annual Women Build today at a southeast Roanoke jobsite to address the affordable housing shortage & to offer volunteers hands-on construction skill lessons while supporting future homeowners.

Roanoke's events calendar offers a lively mix of community activities from live theater, trivia and disc golf tournaments to music concerts.

The schedule features the Budweiser Summer Concert Series on Saturday, Aug. 1 at Elmwood Park (downtown) and various gatherings continuing through early August.

Today at Showtimers, the Tony award winning musical Drowsy Chaperone begins its second weekend run through August 9 — the final weekend for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory continues at Mill Mountain Theatre, while the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra and Opera Roanoke announced full seasons with premieres in September.

RINGANA, an Austrian wellness firm, chose Roanoke as its North American base after reviewing over 50 sites and will invest $85 million to create 435 jobs — a move that signals continued regional economic development.

A pilot operation is scheduled for September with product distribution starting in November.

Virginia posted weak statewide job growth with 43,000 jobs lost, but Roanoke and Salem maintained strong markets with unemployment near 3.7% and 3.2%.

Local investments from Ringana + RoVa Labs are expected to boost manufacturing and biotech jobs in the region.

Here @ Home highlighted a free resource connecting local businesses & job seekers on Wed., Jul.

29. The platform aims to support local hiring by giving employers a way to access job seekers in our community.

BBB Serving Western Virginia provided school safety tips for students, parents and educators ahead of the new academic term.

The organization emphasized practical advice — designed for local families — to help them navigate daily routines safely as classes resume.

Dental hygiene programs in Virginia face a severe shortage as only 135 students graduate while schools struggle to hire instructors, making it hard to meet the need of 1000 hygienists.

The state budget has allocated $1 million to support dental hygiene education but challenges remain.

Salem High School's Marching Band hosts the Summer Music Games today at 7 p.m., featuring nine world-class drum corps from Drum Corps International.

The annual fundraiser, held for nearly 30 years, will raise between $30,000 & $60,000 to support local music programs and inspire students.

Virginia 811 has partnered with DIG 811 and Texas 811 to launch Underline Quest, an augmented reality game that teaches safe digging practices.

Frank Giannini will demonstrate the free game on 7@four for homeowners to learn proper safety guidelines.

A local arts and crafts store plans to repurpose surplus materials to reduce landfill waste + the eco-friendly project will launch soon, connecting the store with sustainable community efforts.

A Medicare bidding program may cut Virginia home medical suppliers by 92% — officials are assessing its potential impact on access to in-home care.

SpecialtyRX opened a long-term care pharmacy (811 Connecticut Ave NE) that serves nursing facilities and assisted living communities.

The facility, now supporting 1,500 patients, plans to expand to 10,000 within two years while recruiting pharmacy technicians for evening and overnight shifts.

Cleveland Clinic psychologist Susan Albers explained that following recommended food safety practices is key amid CDC alerts for cyclospora and other germs; she warned that extreme anxiety disrupting dining and grocery shopping (a sign of food phobia) should prompt a call for professional help.

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Berglund Center — Cost not specified — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of six-time Grammy winner Jason Isbell with his band, the 400 Unit.

Amelia Day Live Performance

7:30 – 9:00 PM — The Spot on Kirk — $12 ADV (+fees) | $15 DOS (+tax) — Experience the genre-blending sound of Amelia Day as she reveals her authentic artistry through relatable storytelling.

Jason Carter Band Live

8:00 – 9:30 PM — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate country music with acclaimed fiddler Jason Carter and his band.

Big Lick Comic Con

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Berglund Center — Entry fee varies — Immerse yourself in a vibrant world of comic culture with artists, guests, and collectibles.

Leanne Morgan Live

7-10 p.m. — Berglund Center — Tickets required — Celebrate an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedian Leanne Morgan, known for her warm and relatable storytelling.