🌱 Vehicles Shot In NW Roanoke + 12th Annual Veterans' Day Parade

And just like that it's Monday. Here's a fresh copy of the Roanoke Daily to help get your week started off with these stories and more...

• Access to Blue Ridge Parkway may be limited
• A house fire in Salem ruled accidental
• RCAHD reports high levels of flu

Let's motor!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and chilly.

High: 48 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories in Roanoke today:

1. Multiple vehicles were shot at Saturday night in the vicinity of Leon Street, Massachusetts Avenue, and Delaware Avenue in northwest Roanoke. According to Roanoke City Police reports several 911 calls about shots fired came in shortly before 9 p.m. and when officers responded to the scene they found only vehicle damage. Police said they believe it was a random act and that there is no danger to the community at this time. No arrests were made. (WDBJ)
2. The 12th Annual Veterans' Day Parade rolled through downtown Roanoke Saturday morning with more than 40 participants including a flyover by Navy fighters jets, the U.S. Army Reserve Band, and the Boy Scouts of America. Raymond Starr, a veteran of the Vietnam War said, "That’s the reason why we fly the red, white and blue. There’s not a veteran around here that will not give their life for their country or for their fellow man as well. To me, it’s a fight for freedom. A lot of people don’t understand it." (WSLS)
3. A home at the 1400 block of Skyview Road in the Fort Lewis (Salem) area of the county caught fire Saturday morning. Firefighters were called to the scene shortly after 6 a.m. ands when they arrived they found smoke issuing from the front door and basement door of the residence. Firefighters determined there was no one home and that the home was undergoing restoration. A subsequent investigation by the Fire Marshall's Office determined the flames were the result of an electrical issue and the estimated damages were about $40,000. (WFXR)
4. In the "Duh!" report of the week the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts has issued a report saying the Roanoke area is showing high levels of Influenza Like Illness. This comes after numerous area schools have reported high percentages of students out sick and nearby Craig County even closing school for several days as a result of staff illnesses. The RCAHD said they recommend vaccination as the best tool to prevent the worst effects of illness and that it's not too late. The vaccination takes about two weeks after receiving it to become fully effective. (Botetourt Bee)
5. The National Park Service wants to remind Roanoke area travellers that it is the time of year for winter weather and seasonal road maintenance and that this can impact access to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Crews are currently working on projects such as drainage cleaning, brush clearing, leaf litter removal, and hazardous tree work and that while these jobs are being done both lanes of the Parkway will be inaccessible in certain places to cars, bikers, ands hikers alike. (Roanoke Star)

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Today in Roanoke:

• Roanoke City School Board Meeting at Patrick Henry High School (5:30 p.m.)
• Roanoke Railyard Dawgs hockey night at the Salem Civic Center Arena (5:30 p.m.)
• Free Yoga for the People at the main Roanoke Public Library (5:30 p.m.)
• Hospitality Industry Party featuring Solacoustix at Leonore Restaurant (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Roanoke City Public Schools: "Roanoke City Public Schools hosted an EL Parent University on Thursday for our families whose students are English Learners. We had a wonderful turnout and are so grateful to the community partners who also attended." (Roanoke City Public Schools via Facebook)
• Sedalia Center: "SAVE THE DATE! Get ready for Christmas in Sedalia! You can shop our many artists and artisans for unique, handcrafted items. Then take a short drive over to our friends at Mountain Run Farm for more opportunities to find even more gifts!" (Sedalia Center via Facebook)
• Solomon's Mission: "Wow - what a day! LU Students helped out today, Mill Creek Youth Group served lunch today, Joel gave us the best news ever — The Good news of Jesus — and Josephine and her sister, Barbara, had jewelry at the Sale for Solomon's General fund!" (Solomon's Mission via Facebook)
• The Agape Center Vinton-Roanoke: "Thanks to your GENEROUS DONATIONS we are FULL ON CLOTHES and need to pause donations for a while to catch up on sorting and sizing. Thank you for your understanding! 🥰" (The Agape Center Vinton-Roanoke via Facebook)
• Straight Street Roanoke Valley: "Thank you Colonial Ave Presbyterian Church for the delicious meal last night. Weather was great for outdoor football with the new light up ball! Almost looks fake but great for when it is dark. So thankful for the opportunity to have a s..." (Straight Street Roanoke Valley via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see tomorrow with another 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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