Salem City Council candidate says economic opportunity headed for the city Emma Thomas October 27, 2022 1 minute read Photo: Randy Foley courtesy of Salem City With election night less than two weeks away, an incumbent in the Salem City Council race says big things are coming – and he hopes to be the one to see the city through them. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Armed robbery this morning in NW RoanokeNext: Carilion moving outpatient mental health services to Tanglewood Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026