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 Roanoke Higher Education Center celebrates 25 years Gene Marrano August 13, 2025 1 min read Arts Connect Neighbors catalog, “Good Trouble” at Salem Museum and live music at the Grandin Gene Marrano August 13, 2025 1 min read Roanoke County Public Schools unveil another part of major investments underway Gene Marrano August 13, 2025