🌱General Rescue Mission Closed To New Guests + New Futsal Court

Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Roanoke Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 46 Low: 28.

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Here are the top stories today in Roanoke:

1. The Roanoke Rescue Mission is not currently allowing new guests into its general shelter due to a positive COVID-19 case identified between 7 to 10 days ago. The majority of the Rescue Mission's normal services are still available to guests like food and shelter. They are also offering a cold shelter for anyone in the community that is in need, whether you are a current guest or not. (WDBJ7)
2. Futsal is officially here in Roanoke as the first outdoor court was unveiled Saturday. After a three-year push, a futsal court is now available at Preston Park. Futsal is a soccer-like sport where players kick the ball on a court rather than a field. (WSLS 10)
3. Roanoke Officials want to remind people to be cautious when decorating homes with holiday lights or candles. Check out the safety tips Roanoke officials say will keep your home safe during the holidays. (WSLS 10)

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Today in Roanoke:

• Roanoke City Council Meeting - Roanoke City Council (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.