Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama will hold a "Change We Need Rally" in Roanoke today at The Coliseum at Roanoke Civic Center.
Obama will be joined by Virginia Sen. Jim Webb in the rally set to begin at 12:30 p.m. Doors will open at 10 a.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Obama plans to discuss his ideas for creating middle-class tax cuts, tackling the unemployment rate with job creation and ending tax breaks for corporations that ship jobs overseas. Obama is also expected to speak on his plan to bring a responsible end to the Iraq war.
The event is first-come, first-serve, and thus those wishing to attend should RSVP at www.va.barackobama.com and arrive at the Civic Center early. Entry to the rally will be on the Orange Avenue side of the Civic Center at gates nine through 11. Handicapped access is available at gate two.
The parking gates will open at 7 a.m. and two shuttle services will be available from the New Carilion Garage located at Reserve Avenue and Jefferson Avenue, as well as the Community Hospital Garage located at Elm Avenue and Williamson Road. The shuttle will begin operation at 8:30 a.m.
All parking areas will be enforced, though according to the Roanoke Campaign for Change Center, the following garages may have space available: Campbell Avenue, Gainsboro Church and the Wachovia Tower.
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