Patsy Montesinos
Roanoke, VA
Patsy is a recent graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and joined the WDBJ7 news team in June 2022.
She previously was a part-time reporter for Chatham News + Record, where she helped start the first Spanish newspaper of the county, “La Voz de Chatham.”
Patsy grew up in Concord, North Carolina, but spent some of her time as a child living in Mexico. Outside work, you can find Patsy hiking, dancing, or enjoying a delicious meal at a local restaurant.
Please feel free to share your story ideas or say hello to her through email or her social media platform.
While their direct involvement in firefighting wasn’t needed, their specialized rescue training was invaluable amidst the blaze.
As families face the holidays with profound absences, FEDUP strives to instill hope and joy amid unimaginable tragedy.
The NICU will help treat premature infants and newborns with infections, breathing difficulties, growth restrictions, and maternal health concerns.
Firefighters have responded to 192 outdoor burning calls since the burn ban began three weeks ago.
Members of the Roanoke Adult Soccer League joined WDBJ7 to talk about the league.
Fire officials say the Matts Creek Fire is the biggest fire in Bedford County history.
The drizzle will help control the blaze and prevent it from spreading any further.
The district is partnering with Hazel Health to increase accessibility and reduce the mental health stigma.
“She’s never like that. You can count on her. She’s extremely reliable. She’s just absolutely wonderful,” said Holesa.
Serenity Hawley was found dead in a parking garage November 7 with another teen, also a BHS student.
“Seeing folks here consistently all day long, stopping by to say thank you, bringing us supplies, water, snacks... It’s just been something else."
Chris Head took the stage early in the night to celebrate the win.
“We are charged that we do it safely. And we do it according to law. And so, it’s an important job,” explained Smith.
More than 30 dogs have recovered and are available for adoption.
Those young and young at heart rolled up their sleeves and got to work.
“Being a volunteer, you take away from your family, you know, a lot of us took away from our jobs,” said Nester.
Terry Michel was sentenced to 15 months in jail with credit for time served.
The 19 rooms will be re-done and fully furnished with a capacity to host up to 30 people in total.
"My pledge to you is that when we stand here next year, we will be standing in a safer community."
At 23 years old he became a sworn deputy and is now retiring at 70 years old.
Three candidates will be on the ballot - Republican Eric Zehr, Democrat Kimberly Moran, and Independent Matt Fariss.
The second grader was playing outside when he smelled smoke and went to investigate.
Police say they are doing everything they can to find those responsible for the violence in the city.
21-year-old Michael Perry III had a status hearing in Amherst County Monday.
“We’ll find you at the end of the day. It’s not a matter of if we find you it’s when we find you,” added Schermer. “So, if you choose violence in the end, we have an answer for that.”
“We need to know what happened,” said Anthony Peterson.
“We started seeing an uptick, uptick in respiratory infections in our dogs. And we started them on antibiotics,” said Interim Director Mike Warner.
The new building will be next to the current facility on Old Moneta Rd.
Private developers are looking at a little more than 5.5 acres of land on Blue Hills Drive to build the hotels.
Davis says parents feel like the decision was rushed.
Leaks, stains, and cracked floors are just some of the issues in Lord Botetourt High School.
Stephen Ambruzs and his son love to ride bikes in the area. But they say they often don’t feel safe while out and about.
And It’s not for the faint of heart... just ask the WDBJ7 crew.
“I’m looking at it. But it’s still not registering that my house is gone,” said owner Mellonie Davis. “I don’t have anywhere to live.”
It’s a partnership between VSP, Roanoke City Police and the governor’s office.
“We looked at each other. And it was like we both knew it was going to be it. We felt like it was going to be hit and we were going to die.”
“It’s an area that I think is very misunderstood,” added Snow. “The Israelis want to live in peace, the Palestinians want to live in peace. And if you look at the polling, you can see that’s true. And you’ve got these groups that are not allowing that to happen.”
The $12 million project is opening up more opportunities for mental health care in Roanoke County and the surrounding areas.
The association is planning to face the toxins head-on if they return next year.
Of 50 submissions submitted, both artists chose to illustrate Danielle Johnson, a Roanoke City Public School social worker.
People from Southwest Virginia will get the opportunity to engage with FBI agents directly.
Whether it was tears or laughter from sharing stories about her – they want to make sure her name is never forgotten.
Officials say she’s one of the first females in Roanoke to earn an Eagle Scout Rank Status.
A multi-jurisdiction drug operation has led to the arrests of six people one hometown sheriff called the “poison peddlers.”
After more than a year of back and forth – they are the official owners of the historic home.
Drivers can expect to see more police officers enforcing the speed limit.
Market on Melrose will give people in Northwest Roanoke access to fresh food.
The service is next Wednesday, October 4th at 6 pm.
