I am grateful to Forest Jones, Howard Packett and the other members of Salem City Council who gave me the chance to serve as Salem’s City Manager back in 2008. Working in Salem began as a great career opportunity for me and throughout my time here, it has been a tremendous experience. I have truly enjoyed the team of directors and employees that I worked with every day.

City Government

7

Jan

2019

Police Department Announces 2018 Officer of the Year

The Salem Police Department’s Officer of the Year for 2018 is known for his ability to stay calm and maintain order even when everything around him is in a chaotic state.
Joe Holder, a Senior Police Officer from Roxboro, North Carolina, found himself in the middle of two very different life or death situations in 2018. His professional, focused and clear-headed responses to both instances led his fellow officers in Salem to select him for this annual honor.

Police

1

Jan

2019

New Year Begins With Fire on Horner Lane

Structure Fire on Horner Lane

Fire

22

Dec

2018

Apartment Fire on East Main Street Friday

One person was rescued

Fire

13

Dec

2018

Winterfest Beach Bash Returns February 1

Winterfest Beach Bash Tickets Go On Sale Monday, December 17

Parks & Rec, Civic Center

11

Dec

2018

CIAA Announces Football Championship Extension

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Board of Directors voted last week to extend its agreement with the City of Salem and Virginia’s Blue Ridge (VBR) as hosts of the CIAA Football Championship through the 2024 season. Salem Football Stadium has served as the site for the event for the past three years.

Civic Center

11

Dec

2018