Good morning, Roanoke.

Demolition has begun at the former Walker Foundry site in Norwich as part of a $45 million revitalization project that will add 130 new workforce housing units and a community social space (designed to spur local growth); developers will host an open house today at 5 p.m.

A fundraiser by 7@fourCheeseburger helped residents (at Warm Hearth Village) receive needed support on Tuesday, Aug.

4. The community event provided relief for local families.

Roanoke Prevention Alliance lost its $125,000 federal grant and may shift to an all-volunteer model unless it finds a funding partner — the board will accept written feedback until Aug.

12, meet on Aug. 13 and vote on a new plan Sept. 10.

Roanoke City Public Schools is redrawing elementary boundaries today to balance enrollment as neighborhoods grow.

Approximately 230 students at five schools, including the new Preston Park building, will attend a different school to reduce overcrowding + stay closer to home.

Local conservationists have raised concerns that new Virginia data center projects may harm wildlife habitats near Roanoke.

City officials plan to review environmental studies to gauge potential impacts as developments progress.

A Roanoke driver hit a large pothole near Clearbrook Walmart on Monday morning that left her car undrivable and prompted her to file a VDOT damage claim; crews made a temporary repair on Monday night and will return weather permitting before finishing the paving by Aug.

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Smoke from Canadian wildfires led to an Air Quality Alert in Roanoke, with unhealthy conditions measured on July 17 before improving to moderate levels.

Parks & Rec modified outdoor summer programs as a precaution, and officials urge residents to check local air quality forecasts.

VDH is investigating the first locally acquired dengue virus case in Northern Virginia linked to a recent internationally acquired case, and officials say the risk remains low while advising residents to remove standing water.

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.