“Jazz in July”; heralding the future of Melrose Plaza Emma Thomas July 14, 2023 1 minute 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 Share: Post navigation Previous: Hurricane season briefing in Roanoke focuses on “Inland Impacts”Next: Congressman questions FBI Director about Virginia issues Related Stories Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0