Delegate Sam Rasoul proposes $600,000 ‘comprehensive plan’ to analyze Roanoke redevelopment
Read full article: Delegate Sam Rasoul proposes $600,000 ‘comprehensive plan’ to analyze Roanoke redevelopmentDelegate Sam Rasoul is hoping to answer questions about older structures in Roanoke. In a Facebook post made last week, Delegate Rasoul proposed to the Commonwealth a $600,000 study to analyze Downtown Roanoke’s redevelopment and build a “comprehensive plan” for the future.
Ferris wheel, Berglund Center, Science Museum; Rasoul requests $600k from General Assembly for study to improve Roanoke
Read full article: Ferris wheel, Berglund Center, Science Museum; Rasoul requests $600k from General Assembly for study to improve RoanokeDelegate Sam Rasoul is requesting $600,000 from the General Assembly to evaluate improvement ideas for Roanoke, including a Ferris wheel on Center in the Square. Rasoul emphasizes the importance of creative investment for Roanoke's redevelopment, focusing on feasibility and structural studies.
Police investigate serious crash involving child on Williamson Road NE
Read full article: Police investigate serious crash involving child on Williamson Road NEA 9-year-old girl was hit by a car near the Berglund Center parking lot, at the 600 block of Williamson Road NE, on Saturday night following a Rail Yard Dawgs game.
Angels of Assisi holds Mega Adoption event just in time for the holidays
Read full article: Angels of Assisi holds Mega Adoption event just in time for the holidaysIt’s the seventh year that people have filed into the Berglund Center for Angels of Assisi’s mega adoption event. 11 different adoption centers joined forces at the Berglund Center, with the goal of getting animals adopted.
Locals speak against potential casino at Roanoke City Council meeting
Read full article: Locals speak against potential casino at Roanoke City Council meetingBack in October, Roanoke City announced their intention to bring an entertainment center to Roanoke. This included a potential casino in the Berglund Center. Ever since then, many locals have been speaking out about the casino, including at city council meetings.
Rail Yard Dawgs host “Paint the Ice” event before Saturday’s Stick it to Cancer game
Read full article: Rail Yard Dawgs host “Paint the Ice” event before Saturday’s Stick it to Cancer gameAhead of Saturday’s game, fans flocked to the Berglund Center to take part in the “Paint the Ice” event, painting names and messages into the ice in support of people whose lives have been touched by cancer.
VDOT to hold design public hearing on Orange Avenue traffic improvement project
Read full article: VDOT to hold design public hearing on Orange Avenue traffic improvement projectThe Virginia Department of Transportation is holding a public hearing Tuesday night to discuss a project aimed at improving traffic flow and safety on part of Orange Avenue (Route 460).
Disney brings the Magic to Roanoke; Disney on Ice opens Friday at the Berglund Center
Read full article: Disney brings the Magic to Roanoke; Disney on Ice opens Friday at the Berglund CenterIf you can’t make it to Disney, Disney is coming to you! The magic of Disney is in Roanoke. Disney on Ice presents Roanoke Trip Adventures opens Friday at the Berglund Center.10 News got a behind-the-scenes look at how the production makes some of Disney’s most iconic characters come to life.
Discover top tattoo artists, iconic rides and live entertainment at Heritage Arts Tattoo Show in Roanoke
Read full article: Discover top tattoo artists, iconic rides and live entertainment at Heritage Arts Tattoo Show in RoanokeThe Heritage Arts Tattoo Show is set to take place at the Berglund Center this weekend, October 10-12, 2025, featuring more than 120 booths with tattoo artists, vendors and live performances.
Feeding Southwest Virginia teams up with Craftsmen’s Classic for the second largest food donation event of the year
Read full article: Feeding Southwest Virginia teams up with Craftsmen’s Classic for the second largest food donation event of the yearFrom October 3-5, Feeding Southwest Virginia teamed up with the Craftsmen’s Classic ahead of the Craftsmen’s Fall Classic Arts and Craft Festival to bring in over 19,000 pounds of food through donations.
Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour Centennial Celebration set to come to Roanoke
Read full article: Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour Centennial Celebration set to come to RoanokeThe World Famous Harlem Globetrotters announced Monday that they would be making a stop in Roanoke next Spring for their 100-year tour.
Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board hosts second annual hiring event
Read full article: Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board hosts second annual hiring eventJob seekers in Roanoke had a great opportunity to meet with employers during the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board’s second annual Career Expo hiring event.
Greater Roanoke Job Fair connects job seekers with 50 employers on Wednesday
Read full article: Greater Roanoke Job Fair connects job seekers with 50 employers on WednesdayIf you’re looking for a job, you’re in luck. The Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board is hosting a job fair today for the Greater Roanoke region at the Berglund Center from 4 to 7 p.m.
🤠Score free tickets to see country music icons ALABAMA live at the Berglund Center
Read full article: 🤠Score free tickets to see country music icons ALABAMA live at the Berglund CenterReady for a night to remember? We’re giving away four tickets to see the legendary ALABAMA live in concert at the Berglund Center—two winners, two tickets each.
🤠Score free tickets to country music icons ALABAMA live at the Berglund Center
Read full article: 🤠Score free tickets to country music icons ALABAMA live at the Berglund CenterReady for a night to remember? We’re giving away four tickets to see the legendary ALABAMA live in concert at the Berglund Center—two winners, two tickets each.
Twin Valleys Roller Derby kicks off home season at Berglund Center in Roanoke
Read full article: Twin Valleys Roller Derby kicks off home season at Berglund Center in RoanokeSouthwest Virginia’s premiere roller derby league, Twin Valley’s Roller Derby, will host it’s first season home game Saturday at the Berglund Center. Twin Valley’s All-Stars faces off against Virginia Vipers Roller Derby.
Icelandic rock band KALEO to bring Mixed Emotions tour to Berglund Center
Read full article: Icelandic rock band KALEO to bring Mixed Emotions tour to Berglund CenterThe Icelandic rock band KALEO will perform at the Berglund Center on September 28, 2025. The concert comes as the band prepares to release its third studio album, Mixed Emotions, on May 9, 2025.
WATCH: Third Annual TacoRitas held in Roanoke Sunday
Read full article: WATCH: Third Annual TacoRitas held in Roanoke SundayJust a day before Cinco de Mayo, the third annual Taco Ritas celebration, in partnership with WSLS 10, took place at the Berglund Center on Sunday, giving people a chance to savor some of the best tacos in the area.
Celebration of Life held for Autumn Bushman
Read full article: Celebration of Life held for Autumn BushmanOrange wristbands, pins and shirts with anti-bullying messages were handed out to those who came to the event as a way to continue spreading an anti-bullying message Autumn’s family has been pushing since her death.
Randy Travis brings ‘More Life’ tour to Roanoke at the Berglund Center
Read full article: Randy Travis brings ‘More Life’ tour to Roanoke at the Berglund CenterRandy Travis's "More Life" tour, featuring co-star James Dupré, will showcase the country legend's greatest hits at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre in Roanoke on Oct. 25, 2025.
Black History Month: Panel discussions address gentrification’s impact on Gainsboro neighborhood
Read full article: Black History Month: Panel discussions address gentrification’s impact on Gainsboro neighborhoodDuring Black History Month, gentrification in Roanoke City is the topic of a series of panel discussions every Thursday.
Rick Springfield to perform at Elmwood Park
Read full article: Rick Springfield to perform at Elmwood ParkRick Springfield, the iconic rock musician and actor, is bringing his “I Want My 80s” tour to Elmwood Park on June 8, 2025. This highly anticipated event promises a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s, filled with Springfield’s classic hits and vibrant energy.
Big Lick Comic Con Returns This Weekend
Read full article: Big Lick Comic Con Returns This WeekendThis weekend, pop culture enthusiasts are in for a treat as Big Lick Comic Con makes its much-anticipated return, promising to be bigger and better than ever. Dubbed the “Super Bowl for pop culture fans,” the event is expected to draw a massive crowd.
“Say Yes to the PROM Dress” seeks dress donations for local students in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: “Say Yes to the PROM Dress” seeks dress donations for local students in Southwest VirginiaK92 radio and Blue Eagle Credit Union are joining forces to make prom more accessible for students through the “Say Yes to the PROM Dress” event.
Train to perform at Elmwood Park with special guest Edwin McCain
Read full article: Train to perform at Elmwood Park with special guest Edwin McCainThe Berglund Center is excited to announce that the Grammy-winning rock band Train will perform live at Elmwood Park in Roanoke, Virginia, on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025.
WATCH: Salvation Army Launching Red Kettle Campaign at Rail Yard Dawgs Game Friday night
Read full article: WATCH: Salvation Army Launching Red Kettle Campaign at Rail Yard Dawgs Game Friday nightRinging in the Holiday season, the Salvation Army of Roanoke is officially launching its Red Kettle Campaign Friday night at the Rail Yard Dawgs game at the Berglund Center.
Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board hosts regional job fair at Berglund Center
Read full article: Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board hosts regional job fair at Berglund CenterIf you’re looking for a job, head to the Roanoke Career Expo this afternoon from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Berglund Center.
Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo coming to Roanoke for live show
Read full article: Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo coming to Roanoke for live showKnown for her unique ability to communicate with those who have passed on, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience ” brings Theresa face-to-face with her fans as Spirit guides her through the audience. Theresa Caputo will perform live in Roanoke at the Berglund Center Friday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Craftsmen’s Fall Classic Art & Craft Festival Returns
Read full article: Craftsmen’s Fall Classic Art & Craft Festival ReturnsThe 37th Annual Craftsmen’s Fall Classic Art & Craft Festival at Roanoke's Berglund Center offers a variety of handmade items from hundreds of artists, encouraging community support through food donations for Feeding Southwest Virginia.
Berglund Center donates to Angels of Assisi through “Paws & Pucks”
Read full article: Berglund Center donates to Angels of Assisi through “Paws & Pucks”The Berglund Center has recently announced that the proceeds from the “Paws & Pucks” program were donated to Angels of Assisi, in collaboration with Olde Salem Brewing Company.
Fans show excitement for Rail Yard Dawgs ahead of game two
Read full article: Fans show excitement for Rail Yard Dawgs ahead of game twoPlayoff hockey is back in the Star City as the Rail Yard Dawgs continue their playoff quest. The Berglund Center is the place to be Friday night for a pivotal game two.

