🌱 Valley View Mall Stabbing + Mill Mountain Zoo Sculpture Unveiling

Good morning, Roanoke! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on around town today.

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First, today's weather:

A couple of afternoon showers. High: 57 Low: 38.

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Here are the top three stories today in Roanoke:

1. A woman has been hospitalized at Carilion Memorial Hospital after being stabbed near Valley View Mall on Thursday. The incident occurred in the 4800 block of Valley View Boulevard NW. Employees of the store were able to detain the stabbing suspect, Josue Acosta, in the parking lot until police were able to arrive at the scene. (WSLS 10)
2. KC and the Sunshine Band will be performing in Roanoke. The famous band from the 1970s will be playing at Elmwood Park as a part of the Bud Light Vinyl Vault Concert Series. The performance will be on Jun. 4, 2022. (WFIR News Talk Radio)
3. Roanoke Academy student unveiled their sea turtle sculpture at Mill Mountain Zoo on Wednesday. The sculpture is entirely made out of plastic to bring awareness to the Roanoke River and nearby waterways' cleaning efforts. The sculpture was made possible through a partnership between RCPS, Clean Valley Council, and Mill Mountain Zoo. (WDBJ)

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Today in Roanoke:

• In the Heights: Mill Mountain Theatre At Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce (All Day)

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From my notebook:

• Roanoke City Public Schools honors and recognizes bus driver Marjorie Crawley. She was recognized for her actions during a dangerous situation on Mar. 22, 2022. Click for the full story. (Facebook)
• Virginia State Parks' Trail Quest program provides stunning views. Click to see a beautiful photo of Shenandoah River State Park. (Instagram)
• Busy season has finally arrived at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke. Click to see photos of a recent batch of squirrels. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update.

— 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.