🌱 Latest Area Election Results + Officers Injured In Salem Chase

Hey there! Time for a fresh copy of the Roanoke Daily. Here's what's happening around town today including...

• Local volunteer fire and rescue dissolved
• TAP still looking for volunteers
• Free admission for Veterans at VMT

Let's motor!

But first, today's weather:

Nice with partial sunshine.

High: 63 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories today in Roanoke:

1. Though not yet certified, the results of the Nov. 8 election are largely in and offer few surprises for Roanokers. Democrats swept the City Council race with Luke Priddy, Joe Cobb, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, and Peter Volosin winning the four open seats. Priddy will take the place of jailed former councilman Robert Jeffrey Jr. and finish his term before running again for his own full term. In the 5th, 6th, and 9th congressional districts the incumbents — Cline, Good, and Griffin — all brought home the gold meaning a Republican sweep. (Dept. of Elections)
2. The Hollins Volunteer Fire Department is being dissolved after a letter from Roanoke County Fire Chief Travis Griffith terminated the county's relationship with the volunteer organization. The move comes after Roanoke County Police and an internal auditor began an investigation into the organization's operations and handling of funds and requires members to return any county owned property such as radios, pagers, and turn-out gear. Roanoke County said the dissolution will have no effect on fire and rescue services in the Holins area, which are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by staff firefighters. (WDBJ)
3. Three Salem police officers were injured in a chase with a suspect after a shots-fired call was issued in the 200 block of East Main Street in downtown Salem. The injuries occurred when two police cruisers crashed into each other while chasing Griffin Newman, 25, of Salem, who was fleeing the scene on a motorcycle. The chase led west on Main Street where officers lost Newman on Wildwood Road. The injured officers were taken to the hospital, treated, and released. Newman is still at large and wanted on several charges. (WFXR)
4. Total Action for Progress in Roanoke has extended the deadline for people interested in volunteering for its Free Tax Clinic. The deadline was originally Tuesday, but with several vacancies still open the decision was made to extend it. The Tax Free Clinic helps low-income households file yearly tax returns free of charge. "Last year we were able to refund over a million dollars back into the community and that was through the earned income tax credit and the child tax credit. Just enabling families to receive those credits within 5 - 10 business days has a huge impact," said Teffany Henderson, TAP's financial services program director. (WDBJ)

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Today in Roanoke:

• Intro to Furniture Painting at Black Dog Salvage (9:30 a.m.)
• Arts: The "A" in STEAM Education at The Shenandoah Club (Noon)
• History of Mill Mountain Night Hike at the Mill Mountain Star Trailhead (5:45 p.m.)
• Roanoke County School Board Meeting at Roanoke County Public Schools Central Office (6 p.m.)
• Stories for Change at Jefferson Center (6:30 p.m.)
• Mike Miz at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (9:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Roanoke Outside: "This time of year offers some wonderful camping opportunities. If you're interested in yet again experiencing a favorite location or checking out a new spot, we have all the details mapped out for you. Happy camping!" (Roanoke Outside via Instagram)
• Roanoke County Police Department: "Congratulations to two of our Honor Guard members, Officer Buchanan and Officer Baker, who recently graduated from the National Honor Guard Academy!" (Roanoke County Police Department via Facebook)
• Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge: "This is a great time of year to plan a visit to Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest. It's an opportunity to tour the home and grounds of Jefferson's private retreat and they also have some exciting upcoming events on the calendar." (Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge via Facebook)
• Virginia Museum of Transportation: "Celebrating all who served — All active and retired military members get free admission to the Virginia Museum of Transportation on Nov. 12 & 13. Come explore all things transportation!" (Virginia Museum of Transportation via Facebook)
• Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley: "The William Byrd High School HFH Club worked on one of our new rehabs at 822 Jamison Avenue on Nov. 5. They were an awesome group!" (Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley via Facebook)

Boom! You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you tomorrow.

— Ian

About me: Ian Graham is a novelist, screenwriter, and freelance contributing writer. He is a firm believer in being yourself… unless you can be Batman. Always be Batman. To connect with Ian you can visit him on Facebook and Instagram. He doesn't bite. Except on full moons.

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