Copperhead snakes have been making daytime appearances Web Staff July 24, 2014 1 min read Copperhead snakes are typically nocturnal – but several have been spotted out and about during the day around Roanoke. Snake expert Jason Regel says it’s because female snakes are looking for a nesting area. WFIR’s Kelsea Pieters explains: Share: Continue Reading Previous: New poll reveals how Virginians feel about medicaid expansionNext: Clay Goodman calling it quits as Roanoke County administrator Related Stories 1 min read GWRABA director says Williamson Road reconfiguration has support from stakeholders Gene Marrano June 6, 2025 1 min read Nokefest is Roanoke’s own music/outdoors/arts festival weekend Gene Marrano June 6, 2025 1 min read 81st anniversary of Operation Overlord Denise Membreno June 6, 2025