Angels Of Assisi + Tractor-Trailer Wedged Under Bridge

Good morning, Roanoke! Let's get this Saturday started off right. Here's what's happening in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 67 Low: 61.

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Here are the top stories today in Roanoke:

1. A tractor-trailer became wedged under a bridge in Roanoke on Thursday afternoon. Both lanes of travel were closed at Shaffer's Crossing from Salem Ave. NW to Johnson Ave. NW. The roadways were closed for about three hours while the situation was cleared up. (WSET)
2. Roanoke City staff presented long-term plans to City Council on Thursday in an effort to prevent future flooding downtown. The plans would create several projects over the next decade to make long-term upgrades and fix existing systems to prevent flooding. Staff say if these projects aren't completed, the flooding could cost taxpayers millions of dollars in damages over the next several years. (WSLS 10)
3. Angels of Assisi, an animal protection organization in Roanoke, reunited a cat with its owner after months apart. (WSLS 10)
4. Roanoke County will be hosting a Drug Takeback Event on Oct. 23, where attendees can safely dispose of unused, unwanted, and expired medications. (Press Release Desk )
5. The Roanoke City Planning Commission is preparing for a potential vote on a second rezoning application for Brandon Ave. (WDBJ7)

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Today in Roanoke:

• Roots and Reggae Fest - Roanoke City Special Events (2:00 PM)

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— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.