Good morning, Roanoke.

Roanoke-based nonprofit Domestic Abuse Disruption Inc. (D.A.D.) will close its doors at the end of September after more than 13 years of service as founder Trey Gregory cited ongoing health challenges.

The organization will continue providing scheduled aid through September but will not take on new cases.

Yesterday morning, an airplane became disabled at the end of Runway 6-24 at Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport — both occupants were uninjured and the runway was closed as Virginia State Police are investigating.

A wrongful death lawsuit against Roanoke County police was settled for $1 million after an officer fatally shot a mentally troubled man during a standoff at his home.

The Roanoke Valley will host its first-ever LEGO fan convention, the BRICK CONVENTION, at the Salem Civic Center from Sept.

6-7 plus professional LEGO artists will display their creations and meet fans while a portion of the proceeds goes to Creations for Charity to help underprivileged children during the holidays.

Botetourt County is expanding its Read Mountain Fire Station on Eastpark Drive and relocating the 911 center from Fincastle to double dispatch capacity— a groundbreaking ceremony is held today at 10 a.m. and work will finish next year to improve emergency response times.

New projections show that redistricting will reduce Southwest Virginia's seats in the General Assembly to three House delegates and one state senator by 2050 as the region’s population declines—local candidates worry this shift will lessen its influence in state government.

At a broadband event in Bedford County on Wednesday, Sen. Mark Warner said fiber-optic cable is more reliable than satellite for speed and reliability in rural areas and announced he would ask the commerce secretary about funding to cover cellular dead spots.

Local officials and providers celebrated nearly completed fiber projects—emphasizing that this approach better meets growing high-speed internet demands.

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.

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.

Chase Rice Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges — Tickets required — Enjoy the energetic country sounds of Chase Rice live in Roanoke.

Southern Culture On The Skids Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Grandin Theatre — Tickets required — Experience an energetic evening with the legendary Southern Culture On The Skids, a band with Roanoke roots, delivering their signature rock and roll sounds.

Roanoke Valley Brick Convention

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM — Salem Civic Center — Tickets $15 online, $20 day of — Discover the ultimate LEGO experience with massive displays and hands-on activities.

Crash The Cove Paddle Race

8 AM – 2 PM — Carvins Cove Natural Reserve — Registration required — Compete in the inaugural paddle race featuring a 2 mile sprint and a 5 mile distance challenge.

K92 Laugh Lounge Comedy Show

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Grandin Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of standup comedy with nationally touring comedian Jeremy Alder.

ALABAMA Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a classic American band’s rags-to-riches story live on stage.

Clem Snide Concert

8-10 p.m. — The Spot on Kirk — Cost not listed — Enjoy an Americana music night with the renowned Clem Snide band.

Symphony Under the Stars

6-9 PM — Elmwood Park Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of music under the stars with the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra.