New security features coming to VA Medical Center in Salem Timothy Martin September 18, 2012 1 minute read You’ve probably noticed the construction going on now at the VA Medical Center in Salem. Crews are currently installing a decorative security fence that will stretch the entire front of the hospital property. WFIR’s Timothy Martin reports. Share: Post navigation Previous: Update: Murder suspect turns himself in to policeNext: Ethanol mandate gets no love among 6th District candidates Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026