College softball tournament this week is one of many that bring big economic boost to region Evan Jones May 20, 2016 1 minute read College softball teams from as far away as Oklahoma are competing this week in Botetourt County, and like many other tournaments each year , this one provides big economic benefits to the region. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Local Boys and Girls Club teen gets state honorNext: Floyd Fandango is a “throwdown showdown” next month Related Stories 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Flu cases peaked locally around Christmas Gene Marrano January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Five years after Jan. 6, former Virginia congresswoman speaks out Web Staff January 7, 2026 0