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Roanoke
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke’s Two Men and a Truck will launch its third annual Movers for Mutts campaign from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31—benefiting Angels of Assisi, a local nonprofit that provides pet adoptions, veterinary care and support. Donations of pet toys, food, litter, cleaning supplies, collars, leashes and blankets can be dropped off at its Roanoke/Salem location on East Main Street. WSLS 10
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity opened the 297th home in the Roanoke Valley for Dina Aristilde, a Carilion Clinic worker and mother of four originally from Haiti. The home was built with about 70% volunteer work and church donations and the project will expand with another home planned for Church Avenue. WSLS 10
- ➤ Disabled American Veterans and RecruitMilitary are co-hosting the Eastern Region Virtual Veterans Career Fair on September 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for veterans, spouses, and military personnel to explore job opportunities, career counseling, and benefits support—over 51 employers from various industries will offer positions from entry-level to management. WFXR-TV
- ➤ Roanoke's Bus Riders of Roanoke Advocacy Group and PedalSafe ROA challenge residents and local leaders to try new ways to get around during Week Without Driving, which runs today through October 5. The event offers mobility buddy support and will end with a debrief party at the Melrose Library Steam Lab on October 7 — where Mayor Cobb and others will share their experiences. WSLS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A foundation was laid in Rocky Mount for a monument that will honor 70 Franklin County men who served in the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War—further work is planned to complete the memorial. Roanoke.com
- ➤ Virginia Tech hosts its annual New Music — Technology Festival this week with an international lineup, opening today with the Galan Trio’s performance of 'Voces Magicae' at 7:30 p.m. at the Creativity and Innovation District while events continue at the Cube. Cardinal News
- ➤ Dream Dance Studio will perform at the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Downtown Roanoke on October 4 from noon—4 p.m., where the dance teams will showcase cultural traditions honoring Hispanic heritage. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke City officials began a six-month project on Williamson Road today to add a center turn lane and single turn lanes in both directions to reduce pedestrian deaths and crashes—plans include repaving the road in 2026 after gathering feedback from local businesses and residents. WSLS 10
- ➤ On Wednesday evening, the Roanoke County Planning Department will host a public webinar via Zoom from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to present housing market findings including demographic data and analysis by RKG Associates — the session aims to identify housing gaps and guide future recommendations. Cardinal News
- ➤ Roanoke County Fire & Rescue and state emergency officials urged families to prepare emergency kits and a plan as the region marks Hurricane Helene's one-year anniversary — officials warned that severe weather risks remain and stress the need for clear evacuation routes. WDBJ7
- ➤ The new Career and Technology Center in Roanoke County reached a major milestone on Friday when workers installed its top support beam—hundreds signed a ceremonial beam for the future facility. The $75.8 million project will replace the Burton Center for Arts and Technology in Salem. WSLS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, a $4 million federal grant will help 14 communities in Southwest Virginia improve pre-natal care services in an area declared a maternal care desert by the March of Dimes — Cardinal News health reporter Emily Schabacker said additional details are pending. WVTF
- ➤ Scientists at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute in Roanoke are enrolling rural families into a large study of early brain and child development. The study will follow mothers and their children from birth to age 10 to learn how health, substance use and the environment shape growth—researchers aim to include 300 families and provide travel support for those far from the study site. Cardinal News
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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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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.
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Million Dollar Quartet Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mill Mountain Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic music of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins in this electrifying tribute.
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Kendall Street Company Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Fork in the Alley — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy the genre-fluid sounds of Virginia's eclectic rock ensemble, Kendall Street Company.
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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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Con Tumbao & Jstop Latin Soul Celebration
8 PM – 12 AM — Jefferson Center — Cost details not specified — Experience a night filled with vibrant Latin music, dance lessons, and community celebration.
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Million Dollar Quartet
2-5 p.m. — Mill Mountain Theater, Trinkle MainStage — VIP ticket options available — Experience the legendary musical featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
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