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Monday, October 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sleep in Heavenly Peace partnered with the Roanoke Elk’s Lodge to build 40 bunk beds for children in need using donated lumber from Lowe's—volunteers have built over 2300 beds since 2019 to help families in the community. WDBJ7
- ➤ Roanoke County is set for a busy October with fall events including the Bent Mountain Fall Festival on October 11 at the Bent Mountain Center from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.+ the GO Outside Festival from October 18-20 in Downtown and Explore Park and Spooktacular Saturday on October 25 at Explore Park, where families will enjoy crafts and zip line adventures. WSLS 10
- ➤ Franklin County honored its first responders in a ceremony on Oct. 5—officials said the event recognized their hard work and bravery during emergencies. WDBJ7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One week after a commuter jet skidded off the runway at Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport—where a safety measure stopped the airplane—the landing strip remains closed while repairs continue. The Roanoke Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Elani Spencer, the City of Roanoke's first Youth Poet Laureate, will lead a free poetry workshop for U.S. military veterans at the Roanoke Main Library at 706 South Jefferson Street on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 2 to 3 p.m. The workshop will let veterans learn to turn their military experiences into poetry while journals, pens and refreshments are provided. The Roanoke Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Appalachian Power will ask state regulators for permission to reduce the fuel expense added to customer bills, which may result in a lower monthly charge for most customers. The proposal — one of several issues APCO will present to the State Corporation Commission in the coming months — reflects the company's plan to adjust costs for customers. WVTF
- ➤ Today the Roanoke City Council will get an update from the parks and recreation department that reviews work done since 2019—such as adding nine miles of trails and reopening Washington Park Pool—and outlines planned improvements on parks and greenways from 2025 to 2030. Survey results show park visits increased by 7% while more people rate current maintenance as fair or poor. Cardinal News
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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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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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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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Matt Mathews Performance
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Berglund Center — Tickets starting at $27 — Enjoy a night of theatrical entertainment with Matt Mathews in Roanoke.
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