Salem bridge renamed to honor fallen Naval Air Crewman Alex Torres July 8, 2024 1 min read A bridge in Salem is getting a new name in memory of a fallen U.S. Navy crewman and Roanoke College graduate who died after a tragic helicopter crash in 2021. WFIR’s Alex Torres has details: About the Author Alex Torres Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke man caught with loaded handgun in carry-on bag at ROANext: VDOT urges disaster preparedness amid hurricane season Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025