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Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke's Happenings calendar will list many events from November 6 to November 12 including live music, theatre, art shows and sports events at local venues. Residents are advised to contact venues directly for any updates or changes. The Roanoke Rambler
- ➤ Roanoke City Public Library will close at 5pm on Monday, Nov. 10 and be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veteran's Day. Patrons can access the library online & use the RVL Mobile app for services during the holiday. Roanoke County
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for Illuminights Winter Walk of Lights are now on sale, offering visitors a half-mile wooded trail lit with over 650,000 lights, themed displays, an artisan market, campfire roasting, and select visits from Santa—proceeds support Center in the Square and Explore Park. Roanoke County
- ➤ The Blue Ridge Potters Guild will host its show and sale this weekend—local potters will display and sell their handcrafted items. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Glenn Youngkin signed Executive Order 55 to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test in Virginia public schools—this order directs the education department to work with local schools and form a task force to plan the test's return once new federal guidelines are issued. The Roanoke Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday marked the 40th anniversary of the flood that raised the Roanoke River by 19 feet in 12 hours on Election Day 1985, causing 13 deaths and prompting many rescues and evacuations. City officials later built flood mitigation projects—such as benchcuts and improved storm drains—to lessen future risks. WVTF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the Virginia Cares Initiative, a state-wide food drive to help Virginians affected by the federal government shutdown. The drive will serve federal employees, military supporters, and nearly 12,000 newly eligible SNAP families by partnering with seven regional food banks—providing food assistance and additional funds to meet growing needs. The Roanoke Star
- ➤ Botetourt County moved its 1904 Confederate monument Tuesday — the old courthouse was torn down for a new government center — to a monument park in Fincastle. The marker is one of the few that also references Reconstruction when voting rights were given to formerly enslaved men. Cardinal News
- ➤ Total Action for Progress is monitoring the government shutdown to see if it will affect Head Start programs that have supported local families for 60 years. The organization said its partner sites in Virginia remain open—there are no confirmed closures as only grantees with a November 1 start date face impacts elsewhere. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After reaching its $100M goal to fund the new Taubman Cancer Center under construction, Carilion is now nearly halfway through a capital campaign to raise money for advanced therapy—this effort aims to boost cancer treatment options. WFIR News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ ¡Suerte!, a Spanish restaurant and wine bar, will open in the first quarter at The Promissory Hotel downtown with a menu of affordable tapas and larger plates—Papa’s Box opened a brick-and-mortar on Sept. 27 on Shenandoah Ave NW and plans to expand its hours after its food truck service, while Canvas & Coffee Art Cafe in Grandin Village now offers art sessions with handcrafted lattes and will host a guided coffee tasting on Nov. 15. The Roanoke Rambler
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Greensky Bluegrass Concert
7-9 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Cost Info TBD — Enjoy an evening of electrifying bluegrass music from Greensky Bluegrass.
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TobyMac Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Tickets from $25 — Experience an electrifying evening with TobyMac's inspiring music live in Roanoke.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
1-2:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Family-friendly fun — Embark on a magical journey with Mickey Mouse and friends through iconic Disney destinations.
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Shwayze Live
6:30-11:30 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets available — Experience Shwayze’s feel-good vibes with supporting acts The Quasi Kings and Twin Fin.
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Crowder, Zach Williams & Matt Maher Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — $19.00 to $123.75 — Experience a powerful night of soulful music with Crowder, Zach Williams, and Matt Maher.
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The Ultimate Elvis Tribute - Christmas
7:30-9 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the holidays with Graceland's Ultimate Elvis Champion and a spectacular tribute experience.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
8-9:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing fusion of iconic rock anthems and classical music in a stunning candlelit setting.
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Paint Your Pet 15
2-4 p.m. — Big Lick Brewing Company, LLC — Ticket required — Unleash your inner artist while painting your furry friend in a fun-filled atmosphere.
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Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Jefferson Center — Ticket prices apply — Experience a spectacular holiday tradition featuring an international cast and enchanting puppetry.
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Champions of Magic - Holiday Spectacular
7-8:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting evening of dazzling illusions and festive surprises for the whole family.
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