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Monday, December 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Keira, a worker at the Roanoke Rescue Mission needing rent assistance, exemplifies the community's spirit of mutual aid and resilience despite unexpected hardships. Roanoke.com
- ➤ A group visited Davis & McDaniel Veteran Care Center to sing Christmas Carols for U.S veterans, expressing appreciation for their sacrifices and services. The Roanoke Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Catawba was controlled within 45 minutes, with one adult and four dogs safely evacuating; the American Red Cross is aiding the now-displaced occupant. WDBJ7
- ➤ Three individuals were transported to a trauma center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle rollover crash in Roanoke County. WDBJ7
- ➤ One person and four dogs were safely evacuated from a Roanoke County home during an early Sunday fire, with the American Red Cross providing assistance. ABC 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Roanoke County jury ruled in favor of a local jeweler, ordering a customer to pay $47,000 for defamation after the customer accused the jeweler of selling her a lab-grown diamond as natural. Roanoke.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia legislators aim to enact a statewide school cellphone ban, building on Governor Youngkin's executive order and previous unsuccessful attempts, with bipartisan support emphasized for distraction-free learning environments. WVTF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke City Council to discuss personal property tax exemptions for Restoration Housing and Behavioral Health Navigators Center, after recently approving exemptions for two other nonprofits. Cardinal News
SPORTS NEWS
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Handel's Messiah Performance
A celebratory performance of Handel's Messiah will be held to commemorate the holiday season.
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Enchanted Christmas Lights Tour in Roanoke
This guided tour offers a magical exploration of Roanoke's stunning Christmas light displays, starting from Chris's Coffee & Custard.
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Isaac Hadden Family Christmas Jam featuring Erin Lunsford
The Isaac Hadden Family Christmas Jam showcases a diverse lineup of talented musicians for an evening of high-energy performances in a festive atmosphere.
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Crawford & Power Holiday Concert
Crawford & Power brings their distinctive blend of country, Americana, and southern rock to the 5 Points Music Sanctuary for a festive evening of live music.
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Annie at Mill Mountain Theatre
Experience a performance of Annie at the Trinkle Main Stage in Roanoke, VA, with ticket prices starting at $67.
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Christmas Eve Grand Buffet Celebration at The Hotel Roanoke
Enjoy a festive buffet dinner in the historic Regency Room at The Hotel Roanoke on Christmas Eve.
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Illuminights Winter Walk of Lights
Illuminights features a stunning display of over 650,000 lights along a half-mile wooded path, complemented by family activities and artisan shopping.
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Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Knoxville Ice Bears Game
This hockey match features the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs competing against the Knoxville Ice Bears at the Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA.
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Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs Game Against Fayetteville Marksmen
The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs will compete against the Fayetteville Marksmen in a New Year's Eve hockey game featuring special glow in the dark jerseys.
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Yarn Concert
Yarn will perform live at The Spot on Kirk in Roanoke, featuring their unique musical style.
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