🌱 Kat Edmonson Performs At Jefferson Center + Solarize Roanoke

Roanoke VA

03 April, 2022

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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: Warmer with periods of sun. High: 66 Low: 49. 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: Renowned Jazz singer Kat Edmonson is returning to Roanoke's Jefferson Center on Friday. She last played at the center in 2019 and her 2020 return was unfortunately canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets to the performance are $30 with the 7:00 pm show already sold out. (Roanoke Times)Roanoke Valley Democrats held an event on Saturday in Kennedy Park to support local organizations. Donations were collected for Feeding Southwest Virginia and Ukrainians of the Roanoke Valley. Despite the organization's obvious political affiliation, they reportedly hope to host more events supporting local non-political organizations. (WSLS 10)The City of Roanoke has partnered with the Local Energy Alliance Program to offer more accessible affordable solar energy to local residents. The Solar Income Tax Credit will be dropping to 22 percent at the end of 2022 and Solarize Roanoke wants the community to take advantage of the program while the tax credit is at 26 percent. Registration is currently free and requires no upfront commitment. (WSLS 10) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts? To learn more about Ring Alarm Pro, the system CNET called "the future of home security," or to build your own custom system, visit Ring here. Today in Roanoke: Meeting Briefings At Roanoke City Council (9:00 AM) Roanoke City Council Meeting At The Roanoke City Council (2:00 PM) From my notebook: Uniforms worn by the Roanoke Police Department will signify their support for Autism Awareness Month during April. (Twitter)Apr. 23 is Earth Day Roanoke at Grandin Village. There will be Earth-forward vendors, live music, and fun-filled activities. (Roanoke.com)This week is National Library Week. Join the festivities by visiting your local branch of the Roanoke County Public Library. (RoanokeCountyVA.org) 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 Alrighty, 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.