🌱 Parody Band Steel Panther Coming + Wildlife Center Fawn Advice

Hello, Roanokers and Happy Tuesday! Here's the Roanoke Patch Newsletter in your inbox with what's going on around town, including news about...

• Shed fire does high dollar damage.
• VWCC graduate breaks language barriers.
• ‘Sip N’ Skate’ Throwback Party in Vinton.

Let's motor!

But first, today's weather: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm. High: 79 Low: 60.

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Here are the top stories in Roanoke today:

1. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is advising people to avoid interfering with fawn white-tailed deer, unless the fawn has an obvious injury. The center receives many calls each year regarding normal fawn behavior, which take time and resources to handle. Contrary to popular belief, mother deer will still accept their fawn, even if it has human scent on it. The center does not take fawns, as there is limited rehab capacity available statewide, and most fawns do not do well in rehab or in the wild. There are several reasons why the center cannot take white-tailed deer, including legal restrictions due to the presence of Chronic Wasting Disease and lack of time, space, and financial resources. The center has provided a fawn FAQ section on their website for further information. (WDBJ)
2. Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges in Downtown Roanoke will host a one-of-a-kind rock show featuring the 80s Rock Parody band Steel Panther on Friday, July 21 as part of the Northwest Ace Summer Concert Series. Steel Panther is a world-renowned band known for their hard rock virtuosity, parody, and glamour, with platinum-level YouTube status and many high-profile television appearances. The show is for ages 18 and up only, and tickets are available for purchase at DrPepperPark.com for $25 in advance and $30 at the gate for general admission tickets, $49 for Ry Hubbard Pit tickets, and $149 for National Pools VIP Skybox tickets. The tickets will go on sale on Friday, May 19 at 8 a.m. (Dr. Pepper Park Press Release)
3. Firehouse Skate 'N Play is hosting a 'Sip N Skate Throwback Party' on May 20 at 10 p.m. The party is for adults 21 and up, with a live DJ and drinks available at the cafe. Pre-sale tickets are $15 and tickets at the door are $25. Firehouse Skate 'N Play is a roller-skating rink located on Washington Avenue in Vinton with various family activities available such as laser tag, an indoor playground, an arcade, a Stuff Shop, and a cafe. For more information and future events, visit their website. ID is required. (WFXR)
4. A shed fire in Roanoke County on Sunday caused $215,000 worth of damages. No homes were damaged, and there were no reported injuries. The blaze occurred in the 700 block of Montvue Avenue in Salem and the shed contained two fully restored vehicles as well as a fully restored pull-behind camper. The cause of the fire has not been determined yet. (WDBJ)
5. Ashley Rodriguez-Zacarias, a Guatemalan immigrant and DACA recipient, overcame financial and educational barriers to excel in the Dental Hygiene Program at Virginia Western Community College. She also broke down language barriers by proposing and implementing ideas to help Spanish-speaking patients receive dental care, such as teaching basic Spanish to professors and peers, acquiring tablets for translating, and recruiting volunteers. Rodriguez-Zacarias hopes to continue representing the Latino community and inspiring others to keep pushing forward and fighting for a better future. (WDBJ)

Today in Roanoke:

• Fair Housing Board Meeting at Roanoke City Council Chambers (4 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Downtown Roanoke, Inc.: "Our staff was delighted to see the completed restoration in person this morning at the rededication of Dorothy Gillespie's "Accentuated Forms in Space," which was originally painted in 1979." (Downtown Roanoke, Inc. via Facebook)
• Botetourt County Sheriff's Office: "Today we celebrated high school seniors and students who have chosen to pursue a career as a professional in the community. Business partners, school administrators, teachers, parents and loved ones along with elected officials, gathered." (Botetourt County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Roanoke Police Department: "On Peace Officers Memorial Day, let us pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who were killed in the line of duty. To the 15 RPD Officers who gave their lives protecting Roanoke — we will never let your service be forgotten." (Roanoke Police Department via Facebook)
• Roanoke Valley SPCA: "Happy Mother's Day to all of the human and animal mommas out there! Today we're celebrating your unconditional love and devotion to all of your beloved babies! #mothersday #happymothersday #asafeshelter #rvspca #roanokevalleyspca" (Roanoke Valley SPCA via Instagram)
• Roanoke Sheriff's Office: "What a great turnout we had on Saturday at Red Robin. We were able to raise $1,676 between tips and donations given to cover the cruiser. We appreciate Nick Thomas, General Manager for continuing to partner with us." (Roanoke Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• PLAY Roanoke: "Welcome to Week 3 of National Bike Month! 🚲 This week will be the grand finale of our Wednesday Night Disco Race 'The Last Boogie!' You won't want to miss the fun on Mill Mountain, more details can be found at www.playroanoke.com." (PLAY Roanoke via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— 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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