Mill Mountain Star to go dark — for one night — as Roanoke honors co-creator Evan Jones December 4, 2015 1 minute read The Mill Mountain Star will be turned off tomorrow night — but for just one evening. Roanoke is honoring one of the men who created it, and as WFIR’s Evan Jones learned, a smaller version will still shine in his daughter’s home. Share: Post navigation Previous: Crime commission rejects asset forfeiture reform measureNext: Salem pastor, new School Board member releases book Related Stories Senior Majors Exhibition at Hollins, more Never Ever Happily and RSO upcoming concert Gene Marrano April 29, 2026 Carilion has dedicated its first dedicated midwifery clinic Gene Marrano April 28, 2026 Spanberger faces decision on marijuana sales after amendments rejected Ian Price April 28, 2026