🌱 Raptor Aviary Dispute + GIVE Roanoke Fundraiser + Chamber Wrap-Up

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First, today's weather:

Becoming cloudy. High: 71 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Roanoke today:

1. The Virginia Supreme Court is currently hearing about a dispute between Roanoke County, Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center, and some county residents. The dispute has been going on for over a year. The dispute surrounds a special use permit at the facility to build a raptor aviary. Residents are concerned that the raptor aviary will bring increased traffic to the area's roadways. (WFIR News Talk Radio)
2. GIVE Roanoke is currently trying to raise $100,000 for local area nonprofits. GIVE Roanoke is a 24-hour fundraiser that has currently raised $22,000 since the beginning of this month. The fundraiser is spread through social media and community collaboration. (WSLS 10)
3. The Roanoke Regional Chamber held its annual Legislative Wrap-Up on Tuesday morning. The event occurred at the Salem Civic Center with numerous Roanoke area lawmakers presenting their experiences during the latest legislative session. The budget was brought up only a few times during the event but lawmakers seemed to be optimistic that it would be passed soon. (WDBJ)

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Today in Roanoke:

• Thursday Overtime April 2022 Presented By: Tech Squared At The Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Roanoke is hiring for a variety of different positions. Visit governmentjobs.com to learn more and apply. (Facebook)
• Looking for a new home in Roanoke? Check out Patch's latest real estate roundup to get the details on these recently-listed properties. (Roanoke Patch)

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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.