🌱 Roanoke's 'War On Books' + 'Candlebox' Plays Dr Pepper Park

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with your fresh copy of the Roanoke Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Let's get this weekend started off right with a quick review of what's happening in town, including updates on:

Let's motor!

But first, today's weather: Warmer with periods of sun. High: 89 Low: 66.

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Today in Roanoke:

Saturday, August 5

From my notebook:

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you Tuesday!

— 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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