Good morning, Roanoke.

The annual Clear the Shelters campaign ended in August as 18 local shelters reported nearly 1,000 adoptions.

10 News featured a pet each day to help animals from dogs to guinea pigs find new homes — marking the campaign as its most successful year.

Angels of Assisi will host events this weekend where residents can support the facility or adopt a pet—facility spokesperson Carol Jessee discussed the plans during an interview.

The organization will release further details on event times and locations soon.

Gross’ Orchard expanded its operations yesterday by adopting sustainable practices and adding modern equipment—boosting yields and supplying fresh fruit to local markets.

An independent film about local resistance to the Mountain Valley Pipeline will be screened at Roanoke’s Grandin Theatre on Wednesday—doors open at 6 p.m. and the 90-minute film begins at 7 p.m. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced board appointments for local residents including Hayley Allison and Sarah Bowman.

A GasBuddy survey of 4,081 stations shows that gasoline prices in Virginia fell by 7.0 cents per gallon in the last week and now average $2.96 on Monday; the price is 2.1 cents lower than a month ago and 7.7 cents below last year, while the national average dropped to $3.12 per gallon.

Franklin County officials announced plans to boost recruitment for school bus drivers by offering incentives to attract new applicants and secure student transportation for this school year.

Board member Mark Crabtree proposed that Patrick and Henry Community College take over NCI’s workforce programs at the Baldwin Building in Martinsville.

The plan would shift $3.1 million in state funding and integrate current staff—officials are reviewing the proposal while discussions continue with the General Assembly.

Today at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, the Roanoke City Council will discuss an amendment to the city codes that would ban hybrid canines unless owners register them and the animals follow rules for dangerous dogs.

If approved, the measure—developed with the police department + Commonwealth Attorney’s Office—will let owners keep these animals under strict conditions.

Today, a new coalition of Virginia natural gas companies including Roanoke Gas and others has been formed to back natural gas use in meeting rising electricity demands.

The group will host policy briefings and take part in project reviews—aiming to educate the public without acting as a formal lobbying body.

This fall, Roanoke parks will turn into food truck hubs where a diverse lineup of vendors will serve local dishes each Thursday—organizers expect the event to bring a fresh dining experience to residents.

KALEO Concert

7-9 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience KALEO live with their chart-topping hits and electrifying performance.

Bug & Bat Night

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mill Mountain Discovery Center — $15/individual, $45/family — Enjoy s’mores and learn about nocturnal wildlife and bats using UV lights and microphones.

Urban Rodeo with 803 Fresh

4-10 p.m. — Amphitheater at Elmwood Park — No Refunds — Enjoy a lively urban rodeo with music by DJs Adam T and Showtime, welcoming all step teams.

Alison Krauss Concert

7-9 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets from $35 — Experience the legendary Alison Krauss & Union Station on their Arcadia 2025 Tour.

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Check venue for ticket prices — Celebrate 20 years of Avatar: The Last Airbender with an unforgettable concert experience.

The Fab Four: Beatles Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Berglund Center — Tickets available — Experience the Emmy Award Winning Fab Four in a night dedicated to the Beatles' 'Help!' and their greatest hits.

Martin's 20th Anniversary Street Party

4-7 p.m. — Martin's Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate two decades of community with live music from Big Something and a vibrant street atmosphere.

Classic Golf Tournament

12:30 p.m. — Roanoke Country Club — Cost varies — Enjoy a round of golf with meals, prizes, and camaraderie at a beautiful course.

Béla Fleck Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Cost information not provided — Experience the virtuosic banjo skills of one of the world's premier players.

Sugaray Rayford Live

8 PM – 2 AM — Jefferson Center — Tickets available — Experience a night of electrifying blues and soul with the commanding voice of Sugaray Rayford.