Monday, September 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke police said that one person died and eight others were injured after a three-vehicle crash on Williamson Road NE Saturday at about 2:56 p.m. — the investigation is still ongoing. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger ran her Span Virginia Bus Tour across the state, meeting voters at places like a historic museum and brewery while balancing busy campaign stops with family calls. Virginia will make history in November—either Spanberger or Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears will become the first woman governor. Roanoke.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Roanoke Bridal Expo ran on Sunday, August 31 from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Hotel Roanoke and brought together local wedding vendors to offer ideas on trends and planning. Guests explored booths, sampled treats, chatted with experts — and had opportunities to win door prizes. WSLS 10
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2025 NCS Take the Hill 5K & Kids Fun Run
12:30-3 p.m. — 4254 Colonial Ave, Cave Spring — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun-filled day featuring a 5K run, walk, and Kids Fun Run to support the North Cross School Parents' Association.
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Ryan Adams Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Berglund Center — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience live music from the acclaimed Ryan Adams in Roanoke.
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KALEO Concert
7-9 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience KALEO live with their chart-topping hits and electrifying performance.
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