The annual Hillsville Flea Market starts on Friday, and the town is gearing up for thousands of visitors.

HILLSVILLE, Va – Hillsville town leaders have announced they will not be issuing permits or taking part in the town’s annual flea market this year. “The Town of Hillsville’s plans were to continue the Flea Market 2020 following the regulations set by the governor of Virginia’s orders. She said the restaurant depends on the money from the flea market to survive the later half of the year. “They’ll come and eat before the flea market or after the flea market, so they’ll come and eat and it brings a lot of business in,” Hawks said. The town said it will still be issuing yard sale permits for residents.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia. Today is the last day of the Hillsville Flea Market. The hours for the flea market are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Virginia ABC stores will change its hours for the holiday. Temporary lane closures could impact your commute in Lynchburg starting today. Olive Garden restaurants across the country will say thank you to first responders today.

Here are some of the events happening Round Town this weekend. Hillsville Flea Market, HillsvilleGet an early jump on holiday shopping at the Hillsville Flea Market. Roanoke Valley Mopar Car Show, SalemThe Salem Civic Center is home to the Roanoke Valley Mopar Car Show. Labor Day Parade, RoanokeThe Western Virginia Labor Federation holds its annual Labor Day Parade. Big Lick Kid Fest, SalemTake the family to the Salem Civic Center for Big Lick Kid Fest.