Roanoke, VA news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Roanoke, VA on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday. Also: Roanoke County Career and Technology Center officially opened; Southwest Virginia sees strong early voting turnout before election. Weather: Mostly clear and pleasant today, ranging 41–69°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Roanoke County Career and Technology Center officially opened.WDBJ7 · Oct 21, 5:26 PM

News & local government

Southwest Virginia sees strong early voting turnout before election.AOL.com · Oct 21, 10:26 PM

Safety & emergencies

Teen crash victim's mother raises driver safety awareness in community.WDBJ7 · Oct 21, 4:22 PM

Schools & kids

Roanoke nonprofit rethinking student learning draws parent interest.WSLS · Oct 21, 8:40 AM

Health & care

Roanoke researchers study how body responds differently to ultraprocessed foods.The Roanoke Rambler · Oct 21, 9:44 AM

Culture & arts

Comedian Brad Williams brings Tall Tales Tour to Roanoke.AOL.com · Oct 20, 7:59 AM

Community & volunteering

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday; law enforcement participating.WDBJ7 · Oct 21, 2:31 PM

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