Salem City Council candidates square off Gene Marrano April 23, 2014 1 min read There was some push back at a Salem City Council candidates forum yesterday…on issues of party affiliation and spending. WFIR’s Gene Marrano was there: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke-Blackburg Regional Airport head to retire after 25 yearsNext: Time limits on Roanoke Co. supervisors to speak at meetings get first approval Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025