“Jazz in July”; heralding the future of Melrose Plaza Emma Thomas July 14, 2023 1 min read Photo: From Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Facebook page A Roanoke-native is returning for a performance that organizers hope will kick-off the future Melrose Plaza’s reputation as a local gathering place. WFIR’s Emma Thomas, has that story: Click here to learn more about Melrose Plaza About the Author Emma Thomas Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Hurricane season briefing in Roanoke focuses on “Inland Impacts”Next: Congressman questions FBI Director about Virginia issues Related Stories 1 min read Norwich Recreation Center gets upgrade – and new mission Gene Marrano July 30, 2025 1 min read Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day to benefit Carilion Children’s Ian Price July 30, 2025 1 min read Goodwill ready to celebrate Melrose Plaza with a ribbon cutting Gene Marrano July 30, 2025