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Sunday, September 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The second annual Glaze for Gold fundraiser kicked off Saturday at Glazed Bisque-It in Roanoke to help survivors of childhood cancer. The event, led by two-time survivor Juanita Prada, lets locals paint pottery—half of the proceeds will benefit Behold Be Gold as it works toward nonprofit status. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County Fire and Rescue responded at 4:35 p.m. on September 6 to a house fire on the 5900 block of Garner Road in Cave Spring that was quickly extinguished without injuries—officials are investigating the cause. WDBJ7
- ➤ A fire broke out at the Cave Spring house on September 6 at 7:51 p.m.—emergency crews responded and officials are now investigating the cause. WDBJ7
- ➤ A man was injured when his vehicle rolled over him while he tried to free it on private property Saturday, September 6 + his three children in the car were unharmed as he was transported to Carilion Roanoke Hospital in critical condition. WDBJ7
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke City Council approved a $400 million bond for Carilion Clinic to finance and refinance projects such as the new Crystal Spring Tower, and council members clarified that these bonds do not obligate the city. The meeting also covered a plan to use goats for vegetation control at Valley Avenue Park & receiving $21.4 million from VDOT to fund paving projects. Roanoke.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke College football won its season opener 23—7 against the Virginia University of Lynchburg Dragons at Salem Stadium on Saturday, September 6. The team's first game since 1942 marked Coach Stinespring's first win as Tandem Smith's tipped punt—caught by Brayden Andrews—helped start a scoring drive led by Kam Hill and Polo Hill. WDBJ7
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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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