🌱 County's New Social Services Director + Shooting Investigation

Roanoke VA

06 March, 2022

6:05 PM

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Hello again, Roanoke! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Roanoke Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Roanoke Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Roanoke long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 79 Low: 44. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Roanoke. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories in Roanoke today: Roanoke residents gathered on Jefferson Street to show support for Ukraine. Attendees wore blue and yellow clothing, waved flags, and held signs showing support for Ukraine's citizens during the unprovoked invasion by Russia. People passing the rally participated by honking their car horns. (WDBJ)The Roanoke Police Department is conducting an investigation into a Saturday shooting. The incident occurred near the intersection of Liberty Road NW and Courtland Road NW resulting in one man with serious gunshot wounds. Anyone with information about the shooting is being directed to contact the Roanoke Police Department. (WDBJ)Roanoke County announces a new director of their Department of Social Services. County Administrator Caywood announced the appointment of Susan Goad to the open position. Goad's current position is in Botetourt County as their director of Social Services and has more than 20 years of experience with social service programs at various governmental levels. (Press Release Desk ) From our sponsor: Today's Roanoke Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Roanoke: Roanoke City Council Meeting At Roanoke City Council (2:00 PM) From my notebook: Congratulations to the two James Madison Middle School students who have been named to the All-District band. Click to see the photo. (Facebook) Roanoke Fire-EMS recognizes those who have given over a decade of service to the community of Roanoke. Click to see those who were recognized. (Facebook) This week is National School Social Work Week and Roanoke City Public Schools has ten school social workers on their staff. Thank you for all that you do for Roanoke students. (Facebook) Loving the Roanoke Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon! — 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.