Social Services Departments in central Virginia will hold Senior Awareness Day. Â There will be a focus, this year, on avoiding scams and identity theft. Â Workshops will be offered, as well as information about community resources. Â The fair runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Timberlake United Methodist Church in Lynchburg.
Christiansburg Town Council is expected to vote on changes to its noise ordinance, which could affect the Starlite Drive-in. Â The proposed ordinance changes how loud noise coming from a specific property can be and at what times. Â It also allows businesses to apply for a conditional use permit if it thinks it will regularly violate the ordinance. Â The drive-in opened last week for its 65th season. Â The owner has made some changes this year. Â Sound will not play through speaker during the second movie, only through car radios. Â Only one move will play on Sundays.
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The South Roanoke neighborhood holds a candidate forum ahead of next week's election. Â Candidates for city council will be there to answer questions. Â The forum begins at 7:30 p.m. at South Roanoke United Methodist Church. Â Election day is next Tuesday.
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center will "Flip the Switch," turning on its solar panels. Â As we've reported, nearly 4,000 panels are in a field near the facility. Â They will generate about 20 percent of the hospital's annual energy. Â Governor Northam is expected to attend the dedication this afternoon.
Point of Honor in Lynchburg will offer free admission today for Garden Day. Â The plantation home of Dr. George Cabell is decorated with arrangements by the Garden Club of Virginia. Â The club has worked on restoring the grounds since 1980.
Today is the deadline to request an absentee ballot ahead of next month's election. Â Your Registrar's Office must receive your request by 5 p.m.
Martinsville City Council holds a public hearing about the city's budget. Â The proposed spending plan is $93.3 million. Â $22.5 million is earmarked for schools.