College softball tournament this week is one of many that bring big economic boost to region Evan Jones May 20, 2016 1 min 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. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Local Boys and Girls Club teen gets state honorNext: Floyd Fandango is a “throwdown showdown” next month Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025