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 Salem RidgeYaks to host inaugural fan fest tomorrow at Salem Memorial Ballpark Web Staff March 20, 2026 0 SupNoke launches as free Roanoke Valley event hub Ian Price March 19, 2026 0 New Roanoke coffee truck excited to be part of community that supports small business Clark Palmer March 19, 2026 0