The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is scheduled to hold a community Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday to ensure people can enjoy a warm meal on the holiday.

Two major community fundraising events are returning to Roanoke this holiday season, providing residents with various opportunities to give back while staying active.

A proposed housing development in Southeast Roanoke moves forward despite community concerns and opposition. On Monday, the Roanoke City Planning Commission voted to rezone a four-acre plot of land for the "Gateway Project." The goal of the development is to address Roanoke’s housing crisis by providing high-quality living spaces for individuals earning between $18,000 and $60,000 a year.

Today, they kicked off their registration season for their annual Drumstick Dash.

The Salem Fair is back in town and Wednesday night is WSLS night.

It’s the start of the holiday season for many of us, and the Star City is gearing up to host lots of holiday events including the “Drumstick Dash.”

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.

With the holidays and winter weather, the Rescue Mission of Roanoke is seeing an increase in the number of people who are in need of their services.

The dangerous temperatures have arrived and will remain at least through the holiday weekend – that’s why warming shelters across our area are preparing for visitors.

With help from donors and volunteers, the Rescue Mission served more than 500 kids this year

Wells Fargo showed some love to a local shelter for the homeless in Roanoke.

With the Days Inn on Orange Avenue closing soon, there is a concern for some people experiencing homelessness who stayed there because of the affordable prices.

Drumstick Dash officials have announced more information regarding this year’s race.

Rescue Mission’s Back to School Blast shifting to focus on teacher’s this school year.

Celebrate WSLS Day at the Salem by getting discounted wristbands when you bring new pairs of socks.

A program to prevent homelessness, serving up some relief for those struggling, one box at a time.

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke hosted a Dock Party Friday. There was live music, food, face painting, a dunk tank and more. The event was for mission guests as well as the community. The purpose of the event was to encourage everyone to have fun while staying on a path forward in life.

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has made some changes to its emergency shelter program to better serve its guests.

The doors are always open, but with the upcoming snowstorm this weekend, the Rescue Mission of Roanoke is preparing for more guests who may need shelter.

AdThe Botetourt County School Board will discuss the proposed calendar for the next school year. The Roanoke County School Board will discuss athletics today. Administrators in Roanoke County will present data on student achievement today. It shows, some students, who are learning online, are struggling, especially in middle and high school. In middle school, only one percent of students were failing last year.