Good morning, Roanoke.

After 42 years as chief, James Webb stepped down but still rides on calls as the Callaway Volunteer Fire Department seeks help – he now calls for volunteers to fill daytime shifts amid retiring members and a shortage of new recruits.

Residents from across the valley gathered at Grandin Road and Memorial Avenue on Wednesday to rally for a moratorium on data centers.

A Facebook post on Tuesday asking for help restocking empty shelves at Agape Center in Moneta spurred local donations within hours.

Volunteers quickly unpacked supplies to prepare food boxes for residents in need.

Feeding Southwest Virginia celebrated its 45th anniversary today with local stakeholders, supporters and two Congressmen, including a tribute to CEO Pam Irvine who will retire at year's end.

The Community Solutions Center will add her name to honor her 45 years of service.

A charity event called Enjoy Popcorn For A Cause will offer popcorn to support local programs.

Details on the event date and location are expected soon + residents are invited to participate.

Roanoke County schools have built a new Career and Technology Center (replacing the Burton Center for Arts and Technology) that will open to students in January.

Roanoke health experts say pregnant people should get a flu shot as cases rise early, protecting both mother and baby + those close by.

The vaccine remains effective even if taken later and is advised to lower health risks.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and Dr. Anne Clemons from Cleveland Clinic reminds locals to brush twice daily & floss once a day to prevent plaque buildup and serious health issues.

Keeping up with dental appointments will help maintain a healthy mouth and heart.

Virginians can now check eligibility for a $150 million state program that may cut 2027 health premiums by up to 70 percent for 200,000 people + open enrollment is from Nov.

1 to Jan. 29 with no extra forms required.

A new arena football team will soon begin play at a local downtown facility, and game details will be announced later & fans can look forward to an exciting season of indoor sports.