Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
A road closure in Roanoke could impact your commute this morning. Â The eastbound lane of Salem Avenue between Market Street and Williamson Road will be closed. Â You will not be able to turn onto Salem Avenue from Williamson Road. Crews will be working on traffic signals between 9 a.m. and noon.
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The Roanoke Valley Women's Golf Association kicks off its two-day City County tournament today. Â Teams will tee of at the Botetourt Golf and Swim Club today and Blacksburg Country Club tomorrow. Â The association supports scholarships for Roanoke Valley students.
VDOT holds a citizen information meeting about potential improvements to Route 60 in Amherst and Appomattox Counties eastward to Richmond. Â The state is looking at potential safety and capacity enhancements. Â The meeting is in Powhatan, but you can submit comments online.Â
The Danville Area Humane Society and Police Department are teaming up for Cops and Critters. Â Children ages five through 12 will get hands-on experience caring for animals. Â They will work alongside police officers bathing, walking and playing with the animals. Â Registration is required, but additional events are expected in the future.
The music begins to play on several stages at FloydFest today. Â Thousands will attend the five day festival to hear dozens of artists perform, including Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile and Tyler Childers. Â The theme for this year's event its Voyage Home.