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Harrison Museum of African American Culture moving back to Northwest Roanoke

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The Harrison Museum of African American Culture is making a significant move back to its original home in Northwest Roanoke, a return that symbolizes its commitment to the community it has served since 1985. After spending nearly a decade in Downtown Roanoke, the museum is set to relocate to Melrose Plaza this summer, with plans to open its doors in the fall.

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WATCH: Roanoke City Schools reveals new offices

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Roanoke City Public Schools officially opened their new William B. Robertson administration building this afternoon.

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Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade brings fun to Roanoke families and residents

Read full article: Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade brings fun to Roanoke families and residents

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, which means that the Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day and Shamrock Festival rocked Downtown Roanoke.

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Roanoke Prepares for Saint Patrick’s Day Amid Weather Worries

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Roanoke businesses, like Martin's Downtown and Six and Sky, are preparing for a bustling Saint Patrick’s Day celebration despite concerns about severe weather potentially impacting the events.

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Narrows faces setbacks, but community leaders push for revitalization

Read full article: Narrows faces setbacks, but community leaders push for revitalization

Giles County is known as Virginia’s Mountain Playground, and nestled between those mountains is the town of Narrows. Once a thriving town, Narrows has needed help for years.

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Vinton’s restaurant week is here!

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From February 23rd to March 2nd, multiple restaurants in Vinton will be participating in restaurant week.

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WATCH: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival returning to Roanoke

Read full article: WATCH: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival returning to Roanoke

Downtown Roanoke is going green, on Monday organizers announced plans for St. Patrick’s Day festivities which bring thousands to the star city.

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WATCH: Roanoke store celebrates Dolly Parton by donating to local arts

Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke store celebrates Dolly Parton by donating to local arts

The Queen of Country Dolly Parton just had her 79th birthday last weekend and Mast General Store is still celebrating by supporting local arts.

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Roanoke restaurant week: a boost for local dining

Read full article: Roanoke restaurant week: a boost for local dining

Roanoke is buzzing with excitement as Restaurant Week reaches its midpoint, offering a plethora of delicious options for food enthusiasts. 10 News took to the streets to explore how one local restaurant is navigating this crucial week and why it plays a significant role in their financial success.

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WATCH: New developments underway at the Roanoke Amtrak Station

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New developments could be coming to the Amtrak Station in downtown Roanoke.

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Roanoke Police introduce bike patrols to boost downtown safety, community ties

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10 News got to ride along with the Roanoke Police Department's new downtown patrol unit.

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Local businesses anticipate economic boost for 14th annual GO Fest

Read full article: Local businesses anticipate economic boost for 14th annual GO Fest

The 14th annual Go Fest is just around the corner, and this weekend, thousands of people are expected to flock to Roanoke to experience what the Go Outside Festival has to offer.

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Another mistrial declared in case against Roanoke man accused of murder after downtown fight

Read full article: Another mistrial declared in case against Roanoke man accused of murder after downtown fight

After a day and a half of arguments and evidence in court, another mistrial was declared in the case against a Roanoke man accused of killing another in a downtown Roanoke apartment complex lobby.

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WATCH: 10 News Reporter Abbie Coleman tracking Debby in Roanoke

Read full article: WATCH: 10 News Reporter Abbie Coleman tracking Debby in Roanoke

Tropical Storm Debby is making its way through our region and 10 News Reporter Abbie Coleman was on Campbell Street in Roanoke tracking flooding Downtown.

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Man charged with six counts of Arson in connection with fires that occurred in Downtown Roanoke

Read full article: Man charged with six counts of Arson in connection with fires that occurred in Downtown Roanoke

42-year-old Quinton Gifford has been charged with 6 counts of Arson stemming from an investigation into fires that occurred in Downtown Roanoke the past 30 days.

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival returns to downtown Roanoke

Read full article: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival returns to downtown Roanoke

Roanoke turned green as people came to downtown Roanoke for the St. Patrick's Day Parade and Shamrock Festival.

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‘I do not come downtown at night’: Roanokers react to another downtown shooting

Read full article: ‘I do not come downtown at night’: Roanokers react to another downtown shooting

A downtown shooting at Status Restaurant and Lounge on Williamson Road sent three people to the hospital with gunshot wounds.

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Downtown Roanoke Inc. provides annual report, says downtown living is on the rise

Read full article: Downtown Roanoke Inc. provides annual report, says downtown living is on the rise

The heart of the Star City is continuing to grow.

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Roanoke’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area ends sooner than anticipated

Read full article: Roanoke’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area ends sooner than anticipated

Downtown officials had originally planned to keep the area open through Sept. 25, but effective on Wednesday, Sept. 7, DORA ended.

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Roanoke Police investigating downtown shooting

Read full article: Roanoke Police investigating downtown shooting

Police say 9 minutes after midnight police responded to a shooting in downtown Roanoke in the 100 block of Campbell Ave.

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Downtown Roanoke business owners hope Blue Ridge Marathon brings economic boost

Read full article: Downtown Roanoke business owners hope Blue Ridge Marathon brings economic boost

The Blue Ridge Marathon is taking place this weekend, and tourism leaders said that event as well as Down by Downtown are highlighting what the Star City has to offer.

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Restaurant Week returns to Downtown Roanoke

Read full article: Restaurant Week returns to Downtown Roanoke

Roanoke’s tastiest week returns this Friday and goes until the 30th. This is a week where you can experience some of Downtown’s wide variety of lunch and dinner options.

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Roanoke GO Fest moves downtown for first time in 10 years

Read full article: Roanoke GO Fest moves downtown for first time in 10 years

The fun and excitement of Roanoke’s GO Fest is moving downtown.

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A new pop-up mini-golf course opens in downtown Roanoke

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A new pop-up mini golf course opens tonight at Century Plaza tonight in Downtown Roanoke.

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Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest in downtown Lynchburg

Read full article: Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest in downtown Lynchburg

The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Jefferson St.

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Despite booming business post-pandemic, local business owners decide to close for Fourth of July

Read full article: Despite booming business post-pandemic, local business owners decide to close for Fourth of July

As the holiday weekend kicks off, some industries are anticipating an increase in sales and customers, whereas some bars and restaurants in Roanoke actually plan on being closed on the Fourth of July.

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Roanoke wants fewer butts littering its downtown roads, sidewalks

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ROANOKE, Va. – Downtown Roanoke is trying to clean up its streets. The city is launching a campaign to get people to stop littering cigarette butts in the Central Business District. Workers noticed a lot of cigarette butts on the city’s streets and sidewalks, which ultimately end up in streams and rivers and can hurt the environment. That’s why the city is starting an educational campaign and plans to add receptacles downtown where people can throw away cigarette butts. This campaign is in partnership with Clean Valley Council, Downtown Roanoke Inc., Roanoke Arts Commission, Keep Virginia Beautiful, and the Solid Waste Division.

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Parking tickets return to downtown Roanoke next month

Read full article: Parking tickets return to downtown Roanoke next month

ROANOKE, Va. – If you park in downtown Roanoke, you’ll soon need to keep an eye on the clock because starting in October, the city will resume giving out parking tickets. PARK Roanoke announced that starting on Monday, October 19, it will once again give tickets for parking violations. PARK Roanoke enterprise administrator Brian Mann said if you’re going through a tough time financially and cannot pay a ticket, give them a call. Mann said at first, PARK Roanoke will issue some warnings but then it will start giving out tickets. They also created 15-minute curbside pickup parking spots throughout downtown.

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