Roanoke, VA news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Roanoke, VA on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Herm Edwards visits RCS; new restaurant opening. Also: NFL icon Herm Edwards spoke to Roanoke City School students Wednesday; The Perk and Pit restaurant opening soon at Tanglewood in Roanoke. Weather: Mostly foggy Thursday with temperatures between 46–71°F and light winds.

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Headlines

NFL icon Herm Edwards spoke to Roanoke City School students Wednesday.WSLS · Oct 28, 6:30 PM

Food & drink

The Perk and Pit restaurant opening soon at Tanglewood in Roanoke.WSLS · Oct 28, 4:48 PM

Jobs

Greater Roanoke workforce board joins five-board Appalachian Advancement initiative.WDBJ7 · Oct 28, 9:00 AM

Health & care

Pet Talk addresses FIV health concerns for cats in the Roanoke area.WDBJ7 · Oct 28, 4:44 PM

Community & volunteering

Community invited to family fun event as part of disaster relief mission.WDBJ7 · Oct 28, 5:10 PM

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