Black Friday is here and shoppers across the nation hit the stores to find the best deals. In the Star City, the shopping craze was contagious as thousands came out for the day.

It’s time for turkey, travel and transactions- lots of them. Black Friday is approaching, marking the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.

Valley View Mall experienced panic due to a loud noise mistaken for gunshots, but police later determined it was caused by a metal sign falling.

Police arrived at Valley View Mall in Roanoke after reports of what sounded like gunfire around 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Construction is underway for a new location at Valley View

Dippin' Dots is giving away free ice cream on July 21 to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.

10 News is looking into empty spaces at Valley View Mall and what could be the cause.

Three new restaurants are coming to Valley View Mall and the surrounding area.

The T.G.I. Friday’s near Valley View Mall in Roanoke is permanently closed.

Roanoke City leaders are moving forward with the Evans Spring project — that's the vacant land along Interstate 581 across from Valley View Mall.

If you still haven't done your Christmas shopping yet, the clock is ticking.

Black Friday shoppers showed out in full force to Valley View Mall Friday to hunt for deals

The Roanoke County Police Department is calling on the public for help in its search for a missing man.

Buffalo Wild Wings in Valley View Mall in Roanoke was broken into early Friday morning, according to Roanoke police.

The 150-acre plot of land is located between Valley View and the Melrose-Rugby neighborhood.

The lights are off and the doors are locked at Puppy Love at Valley View Mall, something many mall-goers did not expect to see.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines in Southwest Virginia.

The green lanes are designed to enhance visibility of the bike lanes, so drivers can stay clear and cyclists can feel safe while traveling.

The center said that they will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 11 at 8:00 a.m. to celebrate the opening.

A development project along I-581 near Valley View Mall is back on the table for discussion after challenges in the past.

A woman has been hospitalized after a stabbing in Northwest Roanoke on Thursday morning, according to Roanoke Police.

Fire crews are currently at the scene of a fire at Hampton Inn & Suites near Valley View Mall, according to Roanoke Fire-EMS.

Something egg-cellent is starting this weekend just in time for spring.

A new COVID-19 testing center is slated to open at Valley View Mall on Thursday, January 20.

As we make our way closer to Christmas, the Salvation Army Roanoke is still looking for help adopting angels.

There was a lot of excitement this morning at Valley View Mall as shoppers head to the stores for Black Friday.

Christmas is a little over a month away, which means one thing: Santa is coming back to the mall!

A popular Mexican restaurant in Roanoke is no longer open.

The Roanoke City & Alleghany Health District wants to make it as easy as possible to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

The wait is over.

The boy was arrested about a month after the shooting, which police said was the result of an argument inside the mall.

A crash is causing delays on I-581 South in Roanoke, according to VDOT. Authorities said the crash happened near mile marker 2.2, just South of the Valley View Mall. As of 7:32 a.m., the southbound left shoulder, left lane, center lane and right shoulder are blocked.

ROANOKE, Va. – Nearly a month after a shooting inside Roanoke’s Valley View Mall, police now have a suspect in custody. On Dec. 26, 2020, police believe a teenage boy shot another teenage boy, someone he knew, inside the mall that night. [‘I have never in my life been this scared’: Valley View Mall employees react to the shooting]The victim was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. [Roanoke man thanks Zumiez employees for keeping him safe after gunshots at Valley View Mall]On Wednesday, he went to the Roanoke Police Department and was taken into custody on a detention order and then transported to the Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center. Police believe the shooting was the result of an argument inside the mall.

ROANOKE, Va. – Though a shooting over the weekend at Roanoke’s Valley View Mall was isolated, it had many shoppers running for their lives, thinking it was something much worse. [‘I have never in my life been this scared’: Valley View Mall employees react to the shooting]Saturday night’s shooting happened during an argument between two people at the mall, according to the Roanoke Police Department. As chaos ensued, store employees knew Colquhoun was deaf because the word ‘Deaf’ is printed on his face mask. This concern has led to an enhanced law enforcement response, including realignment of certain personnel to increase the resources available to respond to violent crime. This law enforcement response has been accompanied by a non-law enforcement response as well, involving the Gun Violence Task Force, use of a Rapid Response Team, etc.

ROANOKE, Va. – Shopping at Valley View Mall was mostly business as usual on Sunday after a person was shot inside the night before. Shoppers came back to the mall in droves, seemingly unaffected by last night’s shooting. One mall employee spoke with 10 News last night and described the incident as two sudden bursts of gunshots. “The first time it happened, it didn’t seem real...it didn’t seem like it was actually happening. The second time, it was surreal to realize there was a shooting happening,” Brandi Jarvis said.

A person was shot inside of Valley View Mall a little before 7 p.m., a terrifying scene for employees such as Brandi Jarvis. “Just a pop, pop, pop. “I have worked in this mall at many different stores for five years now, and I have never in my life been this scared,” she said. As law enforcement agencies from all across the area converged on Valley View, Police Chief Sam Roman outlined what happened within. Cummings says it was already a scary day in the mall before the shots went off.

ROANOKE, Va. – UPDATE: Dec. 26, 2020 at 8:42 p.m.One person is hospitalized after shots were fired in Valley View Mall on Saturday night. Valley View Mall officials said there were several people involved in a verbal altercation, leading one person to shoot inside the mall. UPDATE - Dec. 26, 2020 at 7:38 p.m.Roanoke Police says “RPD is investigating an incident at Valley View Mall. Please avoid the area.”Valley View Mall says “police are onsite investigating an incident. ORIGINAL STORYThere’s a large police presence at Valley View Mall in Roanoke Saturday night.

A tractor-trailer fire is causing delays on I-581UPDATEThis crash has been cleared. ORIGINAL STORYA tractor-trailer fire is causing delays on I-581 near Valley View Mall, according to VDOT. Authorities said the crash happened near mile marker 4.2. As of 5:30 a.m., the southbound right shoulder is closed and the Valley View off-ramp is narrowed. Stay with 10 News as this breaking news story develops.

ROANOKE, Va. – Mall owners CBL Properties, which owns the Valley View Mall in Roanoke has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In August, the Tennessee-based company said it had entered into a restructuring support agreement in an attempt to try to strengthen its balance sheet. The mall owner has struggled during the pandemic with its tenants not paying rent or pushing payments back. Some of them, like J.C. Penney, have also filed for bankruptcy protection this year. The Valley View Mall will not be closing because of this announcement.

ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke is getting a new restaurant. The former O’Charley’s on Valley View Boulevard will be transformed into a Crab Du Jour. Right now, there is only one Crab Du Jour in all of Virginia and it’s on Wards Road in Lynchburg. Other than Roanoke, new restaurants are planned in 35 other locations, including four others in Norfolk, Charlottesville, Henrico and Richmond. While the Roanoke location has a Facebook page, which was created on Aug. 31, there’s no mention of when its grand opening will be.

ROANOKE, Va. Fire crews are at the scene of a fire at the Red Robin at Valley View Mall in Roanoke. Authorities say they got the call around 9:15 a.m. When units arrived, they say they found smoke coming out of the restaurant in the 4800 block of Valley View Blvd. No injuries have been reported and authorities say the cause is under investigation. 10 News has a crew at the scene working to get more information.

ROANOKE, Va. Drivers on I-581 near the Valley View Mall area of Roanoke can expect delays on Friday night. A tractor-trailer crash is causing backups near mile marker three in both directions. As of 9:04 p.m., the northbound left shoulder, left lane and center lane are closed. The southbound left shoulder and left lane are closed, according to VDOT.

ROANOKE, Va. – An employee at another restaurant surrounding the Valley View Mall has tested positive for the coronavirus. On Monday, a Cheddar’s employee informed his or her boss that he or she had tested positive for COVID-19, according to Rich Jeffers, a company spokesman. This employee, who does not interact with guests, last worked on June 26 and at the time did not display any symptoms. Once Cheddar’s learned about the diagnosis, Jeffers said the restaurant was sanitized using CDC-approved disinfectant. This employee will not be permitted to return to work until he or she has a written medical release or meets requirements to return to work per CDC guidelines.

ROANOKE, Va. – A Mexican restaurant in Roanoke is temporarily closed after one of its employee tested positive for the coronavirus. Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant, which is located just outside the Valley View Mall, will remain closed until June 22, according to a company spokeswoman. This comes after an employee tested positive for COVID-19. According to Abuelo’s, other employees who were exposed will be in quarantine for the standard amount of time. The restaurant is now following Virginia Health Department COVID-19 cleaning procedures.

ROANOKE, Va. – The public information officer for the Roanoke City Police Department says they received information that there could be potential civil unrest in the Valley View area. A spokesperson with CBL Properties said the decision to close the mall was made after they received information about the potential protests. According to the mall’s website, it will reopen Wednesday at 11 a.m.

ROANOKE, Va. – There was no massive crowd waiting outside Valley View Mall as it reopened, but there were people trickling in and out two or three at a time. "I’m just at that age that I’m not worried. A customer enters Valley View Mall shortly after it opened Friday morning. Seating areas will also be closed and mall staff will be required to wear a mask when they’re in the mall common areas. She also encouraged shoppers Friday to check the mall’s website before coming, as some businesses may choose not to open yet.

ROANOKE, Va. – At 11 a.m. Friday, Valley View Mall will open for the first time since March 25. Mall management announced Tuesday that the mall will be open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The announcement did state that individual store hours and restaurant operations may vary. While the mall is opening, there will be noticeable changes for mall goers. Below are some of those changes:

ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke’s Valley View Mall plans to temporarily close its doors starting Wednesday at 7 p.m. in order to comply with Governor Northam’s executive order 53. Mall officials say certain restaurants may stay open for take-out, curbside pick-up or delivery services. They recommend calling ahead. What’s open right now? A list of what’s ‘essential’ vs. ‘non-essential’The mall will be closed until further notice.

The company announced that it will temporarily close all stores by end of business Tuesday and remain closed through March 31. This closure applies to all Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Bluemercury, Macy’s Backstage, Bloomingdales the Outlet and Market by Macy’s stores. During the closure, Macy’s Inc. will provide benefits and compensation to its workers. “The health and safety of our customers, colleagues and communities is our utmost priority. As a result of the recent COVID-19 developments, we have decided to temporarily close our stores.

ROANOKE, Va. – The city of Roanoke has officially received a proposal to develop its largest swath of unused land. The site is just across Interstate 581 from Valley View Mall, and Pavilion’s plan would finish the incomplete Valley View Drive/I-581 interchange. “Certainly having it actually filed is a pretty big milestone for us.”According to the 114-page application, the planned development would extend Valley View Drive through Evans Spring. The development would include a “wholesale warehouse club,” a “golf-related entertainment facility,” a grocery store, and up to 300 apartments. “If it’s done well, it could be a great benefit for Northwest Roanoke and a great benefit for the city," Shaw said.

ROANOKE, Va. - The rain on Halloween night may have made traditional trick-or-treating a challenge, but malls throughout the area provided an alternative. Several malls hosted indoor trick-or-treating, including Valley View Mall and Tanglewood Mall in Roanoke, River Ridge Mall in Lynchburg and New River Valley Mall in Christiansburg. Valley View's event proved to be popular, as the mall filled up with kids in costumes looking for treats. Most were accompanied by their parents, with several of them also getting into the Hallowen spirit. "It's cool to have fun with family, while dressing up and being free, said John Lewis, who came to the Valley View Mall event in a matching Spiderman costume with his son, Elijah.

ROANOKE, Va. - Best Buy is among the retailers recruiting employees for the holiday shopping season. The company is hosting job fairs across the country to gear up for the busy months ahead. The Roanoke location at Valley View Mall is participating in the national hiring fair, which will take place on Thursday and Friday from noon to 7 p.m. The company says it will be making on-the-spot job offers. You can RSVP online or simply show up in person.

ROANOKE, Va. - A new mixed-use town center could be coming to the Roanoke Valley near Valley View Mall. North Carolina based-developer "Pavilion" submitted plans to the city, and Wednesday night they took those ideas to the people with a public meeting. The development is planned for the Evans Spring area, which is south of Valley View Mall across 581. "Our message is to get engaged in the process, especially if you live near or would be impacted by development there and stay engaged throughout the entire process," Chittum said. "I don't see a need for a town center when we have Valley View on our back, about five minutes from where I live," said Yuvonne Tinsley, who lives near the proposed development.

ROANOKE, Va. - Roanoke City and Valley View Mall officials are optimistic after Sears announced its closing its Roanoke location. In Lynchburg, River Ridge Mall plans to demolish the former Sears building and replace it with new, big box retailers. "Maybe a woman's clothing store or something for kids," said Sharoya Thompson, who works at Valley View Mall. A Sears spokesperson told 10 News that information about "the number of store employees impacted is not available. The mall's property owner, CBL Propertiesc told WSLS:"We see this as an opportunity that will have a positive impact on the mall.

ROANOKE, Va. - The Valley View Mall is the latest victim in another round of Sears and Kmart closures. The Roanoke location is among the 26 closures Sears Holding Company announced Tuesday. The stores are set to close in late October, while Sears says the Sears Auto Centers will close in late August. Click here to see the full list of closures. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.

ROANOKE, Va. - Many are feeling nostalgic after hearing the news that Sears is closing its location at Valley View Mall. The Roanoke location is among the 26 closures Sears Holding Company announced Tuesday. The stores are set to close in late October, while Sears says the Sears Auto Centers will close in late August. Sears has a long history in the Roanoke Valley. Before it moved to its current location at Valley View Mall, Sears Town was a busy landmark on Williamson Road.

ROANOKE, Va. - The Fill the Boot campaign benefiting people living with muscular dystrophy in Roanoke is a family affair for some and personal for others. Local firefighters and other volunteers were out at Valley View Mall on Saturday, braving the heat, to collect donations on a busy shopping day. "The Muscular Dystrophy Association does great work. He met Roanoke firefighters at a camp years ago. The firefighters and volunteers will be back out taking donations Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Valley View Mall.

ROANOKE, Va. - UPDATEAppalachian Power reports Sunday's outage is due to a failure of the main transformer with the substation that powers the area around Valley View. Power is estimated to be restored around 11 p.m. on Sunday, according to the Appalachian Power website. Power outages are being reported in Roanoke on Sunday. Appalachian Power says there are 1,904 outages in Roanoke. The Valley View Mall and areas surrounding have lost power, as well.