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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke Police responded to a shooting—just after midnight today—on 12th Street SW where they found a man who died from gunshot wounds and no arrests have been made. WSLS 10
- ➤ Roanoke police responded at 11:09 p.m. Saturday to a shooting on Hunt Avenue when a man was injured with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and taken to a local hospital—investigators are seeking clues about the incident. WSLS 10
- ➤ Roanoke police said two teenagers were injured in a shooting on Saturday on the 1300 block of Crescent Street NW and the 2700 block of Kirkland Drive NW, and each received a non-life-threatening gunshot wound before being taken to a local hospital—investigators are working to determine what caused the incident. WSLS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Big Lick Comic Con is back at the Berglund Center in Roanoke this weekend with vendors, artists, and celebrities like Tim Daly and Vinessa Shaw drawing comic book fans. The family-friendly event continues today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.—all visitors can enjoy meeting stars and interactive exhibits. WSLS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Board of Education approved a new New River Valley Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities for gifted high school students on Thursday—local officials say the school will offer specialized courses for students starting next school year. Roanoke.com
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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2nd Annual Safe Community Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Berglund Center — Registration fee required — Celebrate community spirit with music, food, and fun activities for all ages.
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Train & Edwin McCain Concert
3:30-9 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring the hits of Train and Edwin McCain.
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Icons of Country Tribute Night
7-11 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Admission details on event website — Celebrate the best of country music with tributes to Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown, and Miranda Lambert.
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Tyler Hubbard Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Elmwood Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening with national artist Tyler Hubbard as part of the Budweiser Summer Series.
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