Good morning, Roanoke.

Family members are working with Habitat for Humanity and the estate executor to ensure Courtney Warren’s home stays with her children after she died on Aug.

9 from breast cancer; they have also launched a GoFundMe to assist with the mortgage and bills in Roanoke.

Roanoke welcomes the return of the Remember the Times Festival for its third year, showcasing local art, music and culture.

The event will take place soon downtown, offering community members a chance to engage with local creative energy.

Virginia cattle farmers reacted to a new rule that allowed discounted beef imports starting Tuesday, with concerns over falling cattle prices.

Governor Spanberger and state agriculture officials held a roundtable at Williamson Farms, promising emergency relief & urging stronger local support for the industry.

The Virginia High School League finalized its realignment appeals for the 2027-28 school year.

Patrick Henry and Grayson County appeals were denied while Liberty-Bedford, Smith Mountain Lake Christian and Lebanon received new district assignments—seven schools were also approved to compete in higher classifications.

A foundation leader warned that Virginia colleges lost many international students between fall 2024 and fall 2025, with graduate enrollment falling 13%.

The General Assembly asked the State Council of Higher Education to study the drop and its effects on research and local competitiveness, with a report due Dec. 1.

Virginia’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is offering up to three free beehives through its Beehive Distribution Program to boost pollinators.

Applications will be accepted online or by mail until Sept. 9 — selected recipients will be notified in October.

Freedom First Credit Union is sharing advice on planning for major financial milestones such as buying a home and preparing for retirement on 7@four.

Residents can learn more about financial planning services by visiting the credit union’s website or calling local branches.

UVA Health will open a new cancer care clinic at 103 Clifton St. (UVA Health Lynchburg Dialysis Center) this fall, offering standard treatments and infusion therapies to help patients who currently travel over an hour for care.

Dr. Sandra Darling from Cleveland Clinic says that frequent forgetfulness, such as missing appointments or repeating names, may signal a health concern (including Alzheimer’s or vitamin deficiency) and advises those with worsening symptoms to see their primary care doctor soon.

Roanoke County schools are using heat protocols for student-athletes as temperatures climb.

Athletic director Scott Weaver said practices — held early to avoid peak heat — help ensure safety measures, with officials adjusting gear, water breaks, and playing time as needed.