Why you should think twice before killing a snake Bob Clark July 23, 2012 1 min read There are times when it is okay to kill snakes around your home, but many instances where it is not. That’s because snakes are a protected species under Virginia law. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story. About the Author Bob Clark View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Doctors warn: whooping cough cases on the rise VirginiaNext: Magazine: Roanoke one of 10 best places to retire for under $100 a day Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025