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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Roanoke. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roanoke County Fire-EMS provides safety tips for holiday decorations, emphasizing vigilance with candles, watering live Christmas trees, checking lights, and not overloading outlets to prevent common fires. WDBJ7
- ➤ Feeding Southwest Virginia's Children's Program distributed holiday meal boxes in Roanoke to support families with essential holiday foods. Roanoke.com
- ➤ The Valley Outdoor Infrastructure Committee is seeking public input through a letter-writing campaign to influence outdoor amenities funding decisions by the incoming Roanoke City Council. WFIR News
- ➤ Roanoke City celebrates the selection of 12 unique names from a community-involved contest for its snowplow fleet, highlighting local engagement and preparedness for winter. The Roanoke Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A teenager was apprehended in Roanoke for discharging a firearm inside a restaurant's restroom, facing charges related to reckless use and possession of a firearm as a juvenile, with no injuries reported. ABC 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Roanoke have decreased by 4.6 cents this past week, with a current average of $2.82/gallon, according to a recent GasBuddy survey. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Roanoke adjusts its Solid Waste collection and announces office closures for the Christmas week. WFXR-TV
- ➤ Governor Youngkin proposes a budget to remove state income tax on tips, aiming to increase take-home pay for over 250,000 Virginians in the service industry. The Roanoke Star
- ➤ Mayor Sherman Lea Sr. of Roanoke marks his retirement by presiding over his final two City Council meetings. WFIR News
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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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2025 Sheriff's Ball
The Sheriff's Ball at Berglund Center features early bird tickets starting at $60, with VIP options available, promising an evening of community and entertainment.
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