Lauren Helkowski is a Social Media Coordinator at WSLS 10. She focuses on crime, traffic, and murder stories in Virginia, as well as themes related to academia. Lauren has been featured in Media Industry Observer and WSLS 10.
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Lauren Helkowski primarily focuses on local news, particularly in the Roanoke area of Virginia. Her coverage includes breaking news and evolving stories, with a significant emphasis on crime-related topics.
Given her focus on local news, Lauren is likely to be most responsive to pitches related to ongoing or developing stories within the Roanoke community. She may also be interested in government announcements that directly impact residents in this region.
Pitches should align closely with her topical preferences such as Local News, Weather, Police Investigations and Community Recognition. Also consider providing insights or access to individuals involved in these events for potential interviews or features.
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A warning for pet owners — this heat and humidity can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke in dogs.
By: Lauren Helkowski, Lindsey Kennett
A new program at Angels of Assisi will help keep senior dogs with their owners as they age.
ROANOKE, Va. – A juvenile is in custody after a pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Roanoke Friday evening, according to the Roanoke Police Department.
Estimated restoration time is 2 a.m., according to AEP ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Thousands of AEP customers are currently without power in Roanoke County.
By: Lauren Helkowski
Last Wednesday was National Kitten Day, so we asked you to submit photos of your friendly felines to Pin It...and you didn't disappoint!
NELSON COUNTY, Va. – A 43-year-old man died after a motorcycle crash in Nelson County Sunday, according to Virginia State Police.
By: Lauren Helkowski
The Virginia Department of Health is issuing a warning as the Mill Creek Lake in Amherst County is experiencing a harmful algae bloom.
Drivers heading south on Interstate 81 in Botetourt County can expect delays due to a multi-vehicle crash.
DANVILLE, Va. – The Danville Police Department is seeking information after an armed robbery that happened Wednesday evening in the parking lot of a Pizza Hut.
Virginia State Police are investigating after a pursuit ended in a fatal officer-involved shooting Thursday evening.
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