Thousands of solar panels being installed at hospital in Salem Timothy Martin September 6, 2013 1 minute read The VA Medical Center in Salem is going off the Appalachian Power grid for some of its electricity. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more on a big project underway now at the hospital. Share: Post navigation Previous: Former youth volleyball coach found guilty of secretly taping teen girlsNext: Chief Perkins to city Hispanics: we don’t ask for your status when you seek our help Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026