Good morning, Roanoke.

Roanoke families can attend the Cuts with Cops event on Saturday, Aug.

9—starting at 10 a.m.—at Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine at 4348 Electric Road where free haircuts, school supplies, shoes, food, and back-to-school vaccines will be provided.

Jim McGlothlin, a coal magnate—founder of the state’s first casino and a dedicated philanthropist who supported children through the Mountain Mission School—died Wednesday at age 85.

He built a legacy in Southwest Virginia through his leadership at The United Company and helped fund projects that benefit communities in Grundy and Bristol.

Family gathered at Loudon Park to honor 48-year-old Isaac Cunningham, who was fatally shot in Roanoke as his family recalled that his own son was also lost to gun violence, and they called for accountability & measures to address youth violence in the community.

Alleghany Highlands Public Schools has banned cell phone use during the full school day (a bell-to-bell ban) as officials say the rule will help students focus in class.

On Thursday night, more than 100 residents at a Greater Deyerle Neighborhood Association meeting urged the council to remove wolf-dogs from 3580 Windsor Road after a pack escaped and killed a deer nearby.

City Attorney Tim Spencer prepared a draft ordinance and Mayor Joe Cobb, Councilwoman Evelyn Powers, and Councilman Nick Hagen will consider banning or regulating the hybrids on Monday—residents argue that the breeding business should meet strict safety standards.

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.

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.

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.

Mackenzie Carpenter Live

7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Sidewinders — Ticketed event — Experience soulful country melodies from rising star Mackenzie Carpenter.

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.