Good morning, Roanoke.

Local kids received free haircuts, shoes, backpacks, supplies, and vaccines Saturday at Carilion Children’s Tanglewood Center to gear up for the school year, with over 800 backpacks provided by barbers & volunteers.

Marcella, a calm 5-year-old terrier mix who loves cuddles, is available for fee-waived adoption Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at the Roanoke Valley SPCA Rescue Effect Adoption Event & she is part of the Pets for Patriots program connecting military veterans with pets.

Women Build 2026 will bring local volunteers and a future homeowner together at Habitat-Roanoke’s 40th Anniversary Community House in Southeast Roanoke.

The event will build community ties and celebrate the nonprofit’s milestone.

Roanoke Church — hosting a free clinic with physicals and vaccinations — welcomed local residents on July 31, offering an accessible approach to essential health care.

EMS crews in rural Virginia practiced roadside childbirth skills this weekend as local hospitals closed labor and delivery units, prompting training + simulations led by Mountain Momma and Breath of Life Midwifery to improve emergency response on routes 64 and 220.

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.