Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of October.
Good morning, Roanoke.
🏘️ Community
Organizers of the Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour plan to showcase unique homes soon—despite low lake levels and incoming tropical weather, they expect a record year and advise visitors to check updated event details.
Local food reviewer Keon McCoy is using his past hardships to lead The Forge group in downtown Roanoke (City Market Building) to offer men a supportive space.
The group meets tonight at 7 and tomorrow at 11 to help build better futures.
💼 Business
A press release announced business recognitions and promotions for the week of Oct.
11 in Roanoke — the update names key changes and new roles for several local companies.
🎭 Culture
Former ABC13 anchor Noreen Turyn was inducted into the Silver Circle on Saturday, Oct.
10 for her 36-year career in journalism. The ceremony took place in Frederick, Md., marking a significant honor for her contributions to Central Virginia media.
Roanoke and surrounding areas have hosted fall events since Oct.
10 and will continue with pumpkin festivals, ghost tours, and trick-or-treating planned through Nov. 7. Families can visit local farms and community centers (check schedules for details).
🎓 Education
Twenty-one robotics teams competed at Magna Vista High School in Ridgeway on Oct.
3 in the inaugural Southern Virginia Showdown, giving students a chance to build STEM skills. Organizers with school support + community partners plan to make it an annual off-season event.
Nearly 800 children took part in the free fifth annual Girls in Construction Experience, where industry partners offered hands-on lessons in carpentry, equipment operation & electrical circuits to spark interest in construction careers.
Organizers hope the event encourages girls to consider future jobs in the field.
🏛️ Government
The Roanoke Regional Swift Water Rescue Team trains year round with first responders from Roanoke Fire EMS & Salem Fire and EMS & Roanoke County Fire and Rescue to prepare for water emergencies during hurricane season.
🏈 Sports
Hometown Sports Huddle recapped local highlights from this week — Rustburg High celebrated its Hall of Fame inductees, the Liberty Flames won 35-3 over Sam Houston, and the Adam Ward Classic Showcase returned to the Valley.
Fans also received a Friday Football ExtraTeam update that energized local sports fans.
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