Salem Police Chief set to retire after 37 1/2 years on the force Evan Jones August 13, 2014 1 min read Salem’s police chief is preparing to retire later this year, after serving in every capacity on the force for more than 37 years. Jeff Dudley says advances in technology are the biggest changes he’s seen, as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Mayor testifying in former Virginia governor trialNext: Community Health resources like New Horizons in the spotlight Related Stories 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025 1 min read Suspect wanted in connection with fatal Northeast Roanoke shooting Clark Palmer September 8, 2025