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Roanoke
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke marked Domestic Violence Awareness Month with its 18th annual 'A Walk in Their Shoes' event that honored survivors and remembered victims. Organizers and local advocates gathered to raise awareness and offer life-saving resources — working to break the silence on domestic violence. WSLS 10
- ➤ The 4th Annual Dinner Under the Stars is set to take place in Roanoke tonight—organizers say the event will feature local food, live music and community engagement. WDBJ7
- ➤ Roanoke residents and city officials are testing new ways to get around without a car during the Week Without Driving Challenge—many finding that slow bus schedules and limited service to parts of the region make travel tough. A public meeting will be held on October 7th at Melrose Library for community members to discuss improvements to the transit system. WSLS 10
- ➤ After Hurricane Helene caused major flooding in 2024, Lora Evans worked hard for a year to fix her home on South Carrico Street in Fries—today it stands restored and is offered as an Airbnb rental. Neighbors and local services helped throughout the recovery—her experience shows the strength of community support. WDBJ7
- ➤ Jason Raines and partner Paul Shull patrol the greenways on a new Park Service Unit—educating users on safety rules and supporting community trust. The unit will ease other officers' duties and will begin field training next week—reinforcing a focus on public safety. WDBJ7
- ➤ Jeter Farm in Bonsack is hosting its Fall Festival and Country Store now through this month — co-owner Ned Jeter II shared event details on 7@four. WDBJ7
- ➤ On Friday, the Justice for Me advocacy group and non-profit FEDUP held a peaceful protest at the Roanoke City Courthouse to honor local gun violence victims and highlight unsolved cases. FEDUP President Rita Hoyce said she believes officials focus too much on mass shootings and plans to expand the group’s efforts to nearby communities. WSLS 10
- ➤ Hospitality House of the Blue Ridge will soon launch a capital campaign to remodel a new home that will help visitors coming for medical treatment. Since 2019 the group placed out-of-towners in hotels with reduced rates + it aims to have its own facility in a few years. WFIR News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new restaurant named The Haven will open at 108 Campbell Ave., replacing Awful Arthur’s as Amy Dornton leads the renovation. The eatery will offer American classics like macaroni and cheese and burgers by year end — a change that promises a fresh dining spot in downtown Roanoke. The Roanoke Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tim Greenway, a long-serving school board member, faces a charge for election paperwork errors—issues flagged with his re-election forms—while he remains on the ballot with a hearing set for Oct. 16. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TAP, a community action agency, runs youth programs that help local students build confidence and learn job skills through workshops and talent events. The group held college tours and competitions last summer — and it will soon partner with local businesses to offer on-the-job training. The Roanoke Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Elmwood Park hosted the second annual community health fair Friday, organized by physician assistant students from Radford University Carilion who offered free blood pressure screenings, vision tests and lung function exams—more than 150 people attended as they prepared for PA Day on Oct. 6. WSLS 10
- ➤ Lisa Brooks from Carilion Clinic Endocrinology Department, a long-time Roanoke resident, shared her journey from growing up in West Virginia to a career that now includes scheduling bone density tests and supporting veteran care—she also started a small gourmet fruit tea and lemonade business based on drinks served at her home church in Salem. She recalled fond local traditions like the Annual Christmas Parade and Dickens of a Christmas that strengthen her bond with the community. The Roanoke Tribune
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Franklin County woman was upset after trees were removed from her property—she said the removal was done without her consent. WDBJ7
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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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Jo Koy Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Berglund Center — Tickets range from $53 to $376 — Experience a night of laughter with Jo Koy at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre.
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Million Dollar Quartet Performance
2-5 PM — Mill Mountain Theater, Trinkle MainStage — VIP tickets and packages available — Experience a musical extravaganza featuring legendary rock and roll icons.
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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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Roanoke GO Outside Festival
All day — Elmwood Park — Free entry — Celebrate outdoor recreation with music, food, and engaging events at this annual festival.
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