Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
The Salem-Roanoke Chamber of Commerce holds its annual meeting and awards breakfast today. Â Several awards will be given, including citizen of the year, small and large businesses of the year and police officers of the year.
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The Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation will make an announcement today about a major gift. Â It will also name the Student Life Center. Â The foundation will also launch its first-ever endowment campaign.
The American Culinary Foundation holds its Southeast Regional Competitions in Roanoke starting today. Â The winner of will represent the southeast region in the national finals in Orlando in August. Â The competition will take place at Virginia Western Community College through Sunday. Â
The Martinsville-Henry County SPCA holds its quarterly basement sale today and tomorrow. Â Items for sale include collectibles, furniture, antiques, and more. Â Money raised will go to care for animals. Â It's today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fido's Finds on East Main Street.
The Pittsylvania-Danville Health District holds a free seasonal flu vaccine clinic on Saturday. Â The shots will be offered to those six months and older at the Danville Community Farmers' Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Central Virginia Community College holds an express registration event on Saturday. Â Counselors and college staff will answer questions, help with registration and help those applying for financial aid. Â It's Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Amherst Hall.