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Salem Fair countdown begins with final setup, safety checks; opening night tomorrow
Read full article: Salem Fair countdown begins with final setup, safety checks; opening night tomorrowThe Salem Fair is almost here, and crews are busy putting the final touches on one of the biggest summer traditions in the area.
Senior Alert Issued for Missing Salem Man with Cognitive Impairment
Read full article: Senior Alert Issued for Missing Salem Man with Cognitive ImpairmentSenior Alert: Salem Police are searching for 72-year-old Robert Mitchem, last seen leaving LewisGale Medical Center on foot. He has a cognitive impairment and may be in danger.
WATCH: Roanoke College begins work on 20th “R House” with Habitat for Humanity
Read full article: WATCH: Roanoke College begins work on 20th “R House” with Habitat for HumanityStudents at Roanoke College are teaming up again with Habitat Humanity for the 20th “R House” project, a key part of the college’s summer orientation.
Drivers urged to plan alternate routes as Apperson Drive bridge construction begins
Read full article: Drivers urged to plan alternate routes as Apperson Drive bridge construction beginsThe first phase of the Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement Project kicks off on Tuesday, June 24, and you’re urged to plan alternate routes if you can.
Local Vietnam Era veterans recognized for service, sacrifice
Read full article: Local Vietnam Era veterans recognized for service, sacrificeLocal Vietnam Era veterans were recognized today for their service and sacrifice to the country during the VA Health Care System’s quarterly Town Hall meeting in Salem.
Salem City Schools mourns loss of former School Board Chair, and first woman appointed to Salem’s School Board
Read full article: Salem City Schools mourns loss of former School Board Chair, and first woman appointed to Salem’s School BoardSalem City Schools announced the passing of June Long in a social media post on Wednesday.
How rising steel and aluminum tariffs are affecting a longstanding Salem manufacturer
Read full article: How rising steel and aluminum tariffs are affecting a longstanding Salem manufacturerOn Wednesday, the Trump administration officially doubled tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, raising them from 25% to 50%.
Feeding Southwest Virginia expands summer meals program to new locations
Read full article: Feeding Southwest Virginia expands summer meals program to new locationsFeeding Southwest Virginia announced an expansion of its summer meals program, adding new locations across Roanoke City, Roanoke County, and Salem to help combat childhood hunger during school breaks.
Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 17 points in latest Roanoke College poll
Read full article: Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 17 points in latest Roanoke College pollRoanoke College released a poll on Aug. 2 that asked likely Virginian voters multiple questions regarding their opinions on candidates, who they would vote for, if they feel the country is on the right path, among others.
Salem City Schools teacher arrested and charged with indecent exposure, placed on administrative leave
Read full article: Salem City Schools teacher arrested and charged with indecent exposure, placed on administrative leaveA former Salem City School teacher has been arrested and charged with indecent exposure, a Class 1 misdemeanor, according to court records.
Break, Smash, and Heal: The Stress Factory’s innovative approach in Salem
Read full article: Break, Smash, and Heal: The Stress Factory’s innovative approach in SalemThe Stress Factory, which recently relocated from Roanoke last month to a larger facility in Salem, allows visitors to channel their stress by breaking and smashing plates, bottles, and computer monitors.
Gov. Youngkin announces QualiChem expansion in Salem
Read full article: Gov. Youngkin announces QualiChem expansion in SalemGov. Glenn Youngkin announced that QualiChem, Inc., a metalworking fluids producer, will be investing $9 million to expand their operations to a 48,550-square-foot facility in Salem. This project is expected to create 12 new jobs.
WATCH: Parkway Brewing to open second location in Downtown Roanoke
Read full article: WATCH: Parkway Brewing to open second location in Downtown RoanokeA popular Salem-based brewery is expanding its footprint. Parkway Brewing will open a second location this summer, bringing its signature craft beer experience to downtown Roanoke.
What customers can expect as Rite Aid closes or sells all its drugstores
Read full article: What customers can expect as Rite Aid closes or sells all its drugstoresRite Aid customers can expect their local store to close or change ownership in the next few months as the struggling drugstore chain goes through another bankruptcy filing.
Little Feet Meet returns Wednesday at Roanoke College
Read full article: Little Feet Meet returns Wednesday at Roanoke CollegeThe 14th Annual Little Feet Meet is back and is more ready than ever to promote inclusivity, both on and off the field, by bringing kids of all abilities together for a day of play.
Cam’s Night at the Ballpark honors 16-year-old battling cancer
Read full article: Cam’s Night at the Ballpark honors 16-year-old battling cancerThe AWARE Foundation, Mainstream Mental Health Services and the Salem Red Sox are celebrating a 16-year-old boy who is currently battling cancer. Cam Thepsimuong will be throwing out the first pitch at today’s Red Sox game.
More than 80 new jobs coming to Salem with manufacturer expansion
Read full article: More than 80 new jobs coming to Salem with manufacturer expansionGovernor Glenn Youngkin announced that a medical equipment manufacturer plans to expand its operations in Salem. The investment is expected to create 83 new jobs over the next five years.
Roanoke College set to host bone marrow drive to support student battling leukemia
Read full article: Roanoke College set to host bone marrow drive to support student battling leukemiaRoanoke College is banding together to help one of its own by hosting a bone marrow registry drive tomorrow, April 16.
Tenants of the Riverwalk at Salem speak out over sewage leaks issues
Read full article: Tenants of the Riverwalk at Salem speak out over sewage leaks issuesResidents at the Riverwalk Apartments in Salem have been dealing with a wide array of sewage issues. Such issues include sewage leaks, black mold, flooding, unstable constructs and even feces.
Anti-bullying town hall meeting held in Salem to find answers to questions
Read full article: Anti-bullying town hall meeting held in Salem to find answers to questionsParents spoke about the issues that their children had faced in schools while sharing personal stories that have affected them and their children regarding bullying.
New book from local author examines civil rights movement connections
Read full article: New book from local author examines civil rights movement connectionsJustice and equality are timeless battles that continue to shape our world, and right here in our community, these vital topics are being explored in fresh and meaningful ways. Dr. Forest Jones, a local author from Salem, is set to release his new book, Good Trouble: The Selma, Alabama and Derry, Northern Ireland Connection 1963-1972, Tuesday, April 1.
Roanoke Police investigating after puppies abandoned at RCACP
Read full article: Roanoke Police investigating after puppies abandoned at RCACPA batch of puppies was dropped off at the Regional Center for Animal Care & Protection late on Sunday night, and the center is now asking for the owner to come forward.
Takeaways from AP's report on sexual misconduct in US statehouses
Read full article: Takeaways from AP's report on sexual misconduct in US statehousesIn an updated report, The Associated Press has cataloged at least 147 state lawmakers in a total of 44 states who have been accused of sexual harassment or sexual misconduct since 2017.
DePaul Community Resources set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Independent Living program
Read full article: DePaul Community Resources set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Independent Living programDePaul Community Resources is scheduled to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of its Independent Living program on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.
Dilly Dally seeking a new owner; customers can still make online purchases in the meantime
Read full article: Dilly Dally seeking a new owner; customers can still make online purchases in the meantimeIf you’ve been driving in Salem, you may have noticed a ‘for sale’ sign in the windows of Dilly Dally.
Wawa set to announce “Westward Virginia Expansion” plan, followed by groundbreaking in Lynchburg
Read full article: Wawa set to announce “Westward Virginia Expansion” plan, followed by groundbreaking in LynchburgThe popular convenience store and gas station chain Wawa announced that it would be hosting a Community Partnership Event to officially introduce itself to the Roanoke Community and share more details about its first wave of “Westward Virginia Expansion” on Tuesday, April 1.
Oregon appeals court says voter-approved gun law is constitutional, reversing lower court ruling
Read full article: Oregon appeals court says voter-approved gun law is constitutional, reversing lower court rulingAn Oregon appeals court has found that a voter-approved gun control law is constitutional, reversing a lower court ruling.
Salem VA leaders assure veterans patient care will be maintained amid layoffs
Read full article: Salem VA leaders assure veterans patient care will be maintained amid layoffsVeterans questioned the local leadership during a quarterly town hall meeting, telling them care has greatly improved but that the layoffs have them concerned for the future.
Pending US home sales slide to all-time low in January on rates, prices, maybe weather
Read full article: Pending US home sales slide to all-time low in January on rates, prices, maybe weatherPending home sales in the United States slid to an all-time low in January as high mortgage rates, record-high home prices, and possibly the terrible weather last month hindered those seeking to buy.