The Roanoke Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority hosted the 2013 Jabberwock event at Jefferson Center in Downtown Roanoke, with all funds benefiting scholarships and educational programs in the Roanoke Valley.

Here are the Southwest Roanoke County people who stepped onto the red carpet:

* Tina and Dr. Richard Turner
* Patricia Huling
* Judith Cline

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Kendall’s father, Jere Bayne, kindly allowed us to share the following information on Kendall’s progress: (This information is from their blog)

Kendall was able to come home during her week off of treatment and other than the rainy weather has had a great time back home. We had a wonderful Mother’s Day and Kendall had a fantastic time at her first Prom. It’s so nice to see her be a teenager and not have to go to a Dr’s office or clinic! She looks and feels really good and will be starting her second cycle this coming Wednesday when we return to Arizona. Thanks again for all of the support and prayers. Kendall keep on believing! You are so strong and make us all proud! We Love You! Mom, Dad, Connor & all of Team Kendall!

You can read more about Kendall and her family on their blog: http://www.kendallbayne.com/

The Annual Cultural Arts for Excellence Benefit 5K Walk/Run was held at Kennedy Park in Roanoke over the weekend. Our paparazzi photo crew was there and here are the Southwest Roanoke County people who stepped onto the red carpet:

* Sophie Arnold
* Kallie Niday
* Tim (3rd Place), Bryson, and Liesl (2nd Place) Narrow

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From the Roanoke County website:

We know it’s hard to get through the middle of the week! New this season at Splash Valley, visit on any Wednesday and get a full day of admission for just $5 – regardless of age or residency. Beat the heat with us at an unbelievable price.

Messiah College pitcher Mitch McClure is a graduate of Hidden Valley High School. Photo courtesy of Lauren Altieri

As the 2013 baseball season came to a close, the Messiah College Falcons were honored with two Falcons being named All-Commonwealth. One of them was Roanoke’s very own Mitch McClure, a graduate of Hidden Valley High School. McClure, a rising senior at Messiah, was recognized as an Honorable Mention honoree, finishing the season with an impressive 1.66 ERA and only surrendering 15 hits in 21.2 innings in relief. In high school, McClure was a pitcher for the Titans, and upon graduation he traveled to Pennsylvania to play for the Falcons. He took a break from baseball his sophomore year of college to focus on his developing film career. Upon returning to the field his junior year, he played with impressive skill and confidence, sealing his place as an All-Commonwealth honoree.

– Submitted by Lauren Altieri

In the case of the missing 14-year-old girl from Southwest Roanoke County, police now tell us:

As of 12:45 PM this subject has been located.

That’s all the information we have at this time.

Cave Spring High School Class of 1993 is having their 20th class Reunion July 26th and 27th!

Full details including registration is available on the following website:

http://cavespring93.webs.com

Don’t miss out on your chance to reconnect with the fine gentleman and, ahem…”ladies” of our class!

Submitted by Susan E. Heck

Cave Spring baseball defeated Salem in the River Ridge District tournament on Tuesday.

The Roanoke Times has a photo gallery and an account of the game here.

Do you have photos from other tournament games involving Southwest Roanoke County teams? You can share at news@swo-co.com or use the “share” tool to upload 10 at a time.

Alexandria Renee’ Smauldon

The Roanoke County Police Department is currently investigating a missing juvenile. Alexandria Renee’ Smauldon was last seen at her South County home on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 around noon. Miss Smauldon is described as the following:
15 year old Black, Female
5’3″ 70 lbs
Black hair and Brown eyes
Unknown clothing description
Miss Smauldon also uses the nicknames of “Alley” and “Raven.” She may be in the company of Cory Barger.

If you have any information, please call the Roanoke County Police Department at 540-562-3265.

Submitted by Roanoke County Police

Josh Birkhoff has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of North Carolina Wilmington for the Spring 2013 term. Josh is majoring in Health and Physical Education.

– Submitted by Neil Birkhoff