Local reporting on the possibility of a rooftop Ferris wheel in downtown Roanoke. A little reading before you take a side—or take a ride.
Links compiled October 1, 2026 · Newest stories first
This is a collection of coverage about a proposal, not an announcement that a wheel has been approved or built. Stories reflect what was reported on their publication dates.
An in-depth report examines the center’s finances, changing attractions, and the Ferris wheel idea, including questions about a possible parking-deck location.
Read the coverage → from Cardinal News, March 31, 2026WSLS reports that the proposed downtown study did not receive the requested budget funding, while the Ferris wheel proposal remained under discussion.
Read the coverage → from WSLS 10 News, March 12, 2026A report on Center in the Square’s evolution includes the observation-wheel proposal and the possibility of a smaller rooftop wheel or a larger one on a nearby garage.
Read the coverage → from WDBJ7, February 23, 2026Radio IQ explores the idea’s origins, the proposed Sky Garden, and the effort to raise money for a feasibility study. Includes an audio report.
Read the coverage → from WVTF / Radio IQ, January 15, 2026WDBJ7 visits the story behind City Museum’s rooftop Ferris wheel and considers what that example could mean for Roanoke.
Read the coverage → from WDBJ7, January 9, 2026Early coverage of the proposal considers its tourism potential, community reaction, and questions about funding a study.
Read the coverage → from WSLS 10 News, January 8, 2026An early report introduces the proposal, possible locations, and the request for a feasibility study before the project could advance.
Read the coverage → from WDBJ7, January 7, 2026This is an independent, just-for-fun community poll site, unaffiliated with Center in the Square, the City of Roanoke, or the news outlets listed. Summaries are ours; full reporting belongs to each publisher. Some links may require a subscription. This list is updated manually.