Police Continue Search For Missing Child + Roanoke Welcoming Week

Happy Monday, people of Roanoke! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 92 Low: 64.

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Here are the top stories in Roanoke today:

1. Three years later, Roanoke police remain dedicated to finding missing 3-month-old baby, Arieanna Day. The baby went missing from her home in the 1100 block of Hanover Avenue NW on Sept. 11, 2018. Authorities are committed to finding out what happened to her and ask the public to contact them with any information. (WSET)
2. Roanoke kicks off Welcoming Week this week to highlight its desire to be a welcoming community for everyone, including immigrants. Several events are scheduled between now and Sept. 22. Friday night featured a 5K fun run that raised over $7,000 to help resettle families from Afghanistan. (WDBJ7)
3. Roanoke Times readers share their memories of 9/11 and how that day impacted them (Roanoke Times)
4. Check out the current list of historical homes and fixer-uppers you can own in the Roanoke area. (Roanoke Times)
5. Dozens of portraits of former Roanoke mayors were removed at City Hall to promote diversity and inclusion. (Richmond.com)

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Today in Roanoke:

• City Planning Commission - Electronic Meeting (1:30 PM)

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Events:

• AARP Boomers and Beyond Academy (September 18)
• Add your event

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

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