Good morning, Roanoke.

The Surrounded Women’s Conference is scheduled for September 26th—27th in Roanoke; more details on the event will be shared soon.

Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center will host its largest fundraising event—Night Owl on the Town Gala at Hotel Roanoke on September 27—where a silent auction open to the public and live auction items for attendees will support its mission to give wildlife a second chance.

Tyler Curfiss, a Glenvar High School senior and welding student at Burton Center for Arts & Technology, helped build a new LOVE sign that was unveiled Thursday morning outside Roanoke County’s administration building as part of the Virginia Tourism campaign 'Virginia is for Lovers'—his work is shaping his future while the sign will travel to events before it finds a permanent home at Explore Park.

Roanoke City Public Schools said that William Fleming High School was placed on hold and secure on Thursday after police began investigating a reported threat made on social media—officials kept students inside while a school resource officer and administrators monitored doors—and assured that classes continued.

The historic 611 locomotive is chugging along the tracks and will start scenic fall trips on Sept.

26 from Goshen, offering an 80-mile ride through the Shenandoah Valley. The crew met at 6 a.m. on Thursday + they prepared the tool car to carry the needed supplies for the journey.

Opera Roanoke begins its 50th Anniversary season Sunday at the Jefferson Center with a tribute concert titled Love and Sacrifice: A Tribute to the Heart of Opera Roanoke—where singer Amy Cofield performs selections from La Traviata, Madama Butterfly and Thaïs to honor Maestro Steven White in his final appearance with the company.

Roanoke County Schools held a session at William Byrd High School to warn parents that giving smartphones to kids (ages 0 to 14) may harm brain development and lead to dangers like online risks.

The district will hold more talks with the next one scheduled for October 16 (at Hidden Valley Middle School).

Governor Glenn Youngkin signed on September 15th a law that makes it a class 5 felony for landlords and property managers to force tenants into sexual acts by threatening their housing—penalties increase if the victim is under 15 with fines up to $100,000 and prison terms from one to 20 years.

Today Gov. Youngkin signed a law that makes it a Class 5 felony for landlords and property managers to threaten eviction, financial loss, or property damage to force sexual acts plus it sets harsher penalties for cases against minors with fines up to $100,000.

The law strengthens protections for tenants and vulnerable citizens in Virginia.

Carilion Clinic is hosting a walk to raise awareness of sickle cell disease in Roanoke—organizers said event details such as the meeting location and start time will be announced soon.

The walk will support local efforts to improve community health.

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.

Million Dollar Quartet Live

2-5 p.m. — Mill Mountain Theater, Trinkle MainStage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rockabilly sounds of legend with an unforgettable live performance.

Elvis Costello and The Imposters Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an unforgettable evening with legendary singer-songwriter Elvis Costello and his band.