St. Patrick’s Day crowd comes to Roanoke, despite lack of a parade
Taj Simmons, Reporter
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ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke was not able to host its trademark St. Patrick’s Day Parade for the second straight year, but a crowd still came downtown to celebrate the occasion on Saturday.
Many people who came out said they’re celebrating not just St. Patrick’s Day, but the optimism of declining COVID-19 cases and loosened restrictions.
“This is our first burst of freedom, our first chance to really get out,” said Revonda Brown. “I’ve been working the vaccine clinics. Every time I’m there, there is the hope for all of us working and for everyone.”