GE plant in Salem is 60 years old Gene Marrano May 15, 2015 1 minute read GE’s Salem plant celebrates a milestone tomorrow – sixty years as one of the valley’s major employers … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Franklin County man charged with fatal shootingNext: State Police: three face charges after 200+ pounds of marijuana delivered to Roanoke area business Related Stories 1 minute read Washington Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury leaving to pursue other opportunities Clark Palmer January 6, 2026 0 1 minute read Botetourt County launches annual recreation incentive fund for local projects Web Staff January 6, 2026 0 3 minutes read ACA tax credits expiration threatens thousands of Virginians healthcare access Ian Price January 5, 2026 0