Backyard chickens: a Salmonella risk no matter how clean you keep the coop Evan Jones August 22, 2016 1 min read (AP photo) As the popularity of backyard chickens grows in Virginia, so does the number of Salmonella cases associated with it. Experts say taking just a few steps greatly reduces the chances of contracting it. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Highland Games coming to Roanoke County this weekendNext: Surveillance pics show woman stealing cellphone at convenience store Related Stories 1 min read Holiday drive for “forgotten” seniors extends deadline in Roanoke Web Staff December 5, 2025 0 1 min read Huddle Up Moms Support Shop and Diaper Bank cuts the ribbon Gene Marrano December 5, 2025 0 1 min read It’s time for Dickens of a Christmas Denise Membreno December 5, 2025 0