A spelling bee in Roanoke — for adults Bob Clark September 18, 2018 1 minute read An unusual spelling bee is scheduled for Wednesday evening in Roanoke — an adult spelling bee conducted by Blue Ridge Literacy. WFIR’s Bob Clark with has the details: Share: Post navigation Previous: UPDATE: Much of Blue Ridge Parkway re-openedNext: Police: Man rubbed produce on bare behind — then put it back 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