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Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, a fire broke out early at the Troutville Fire Training Center on Sunset Avenue—officials said that firefighters from Blue Ridge, Fincastle, Botetourt County and Roanoke County responded as an investigation into the cause began. ABC 13
- ➤ On Friday, September 26 at 5:14 a.m., firefighters from Blue Ridge, Fincastle, Botetourt and Roanoke County rushed to a fire at the Troutville Fire Training Center at 50 Sunset Ave—mainly used for emergency services training—and the building is now under investigation as teams from Roanoke City and Salem join efforts to determine the cause. WDBJ7
- ➤ Troutville Fire Training Center was severely damaged in a fire that broke out at 5:15 a.m. Friday at 50 Sunset Avenue next to the fire station — firefighters from Blue Ridge, Fincastle, Botetourt and Roanoke County quickly responded, no injuries were reported and investigators are looking into the cause. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Donnie D's Bagels & Deli will reopen today in Roanoke & serve its signature bagels and deli offerings to local customers after a period of closure. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County Public Schools celebrated a milestone by placing the final beam for the future Career and Technology Center — a topping out ceremony with tours marked progress on the planned building. The state-of-the-art facility will open in late 2026 or early 2027 and will combine current programs with new courses to support workforce needs. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dozens gathered on September 26 for Rep. Ben Cline’s town hall meeting where he answered community questions and discussed local plans—giving residents a chance to share their views. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than 11,000 children in Virginia lost their health insurance this year, a report from the Commonwealth Institute showed; lawmakers will meet in Richmond in January to consider funding eligibility workers to help prevent losses from paperwork errors—these changes came after pandemic-era provisions ended and federal law shifted. WVTF
- ➤ Carilion Clinic in Roanoke is offering a parenting course that will start soon to help families learn new techniques for caring for children—registration details are available at the clinic. WDBJ7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a year of planning, partnerships, and trail building, the USA Cycling Endurance National Championships boosted Roanoke Valley's reputation as an East Coast mountain biking capital—Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge called the event a success story yesterday. WFIR News
- ➤ The Berglund Center in Roanoke is preparing its ice for hockey season—using 11,000 gallons of water in a four-day process to build a one-inch surface. The Rail Yard Dawgs will begin their season on October 17 against the Fayetteville Markesmen. WDBJ7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Local Colors Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
12-4 p.m. — John Nolen Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Latin America with dance, music, food, and artisan crafts.
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World Ballet Company: Cinderella
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Jefferson Center — 20% Off for children 12 and under — Experience a magical journey with a multinational cast of ballet dancers telling the enchanting story of Cinderella.
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Heritage Arts Tattoo Show 2025
12 PM – 10 PM — Berglund Center — $30 per day, $75 weekend pass, $120 VIP — Explore tattoo artistry with talented artists and local brews at Virginia's premier tattoo convention.
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