Salem Distance Run supports health education non-profit Gene Marrano August 2, 2019 1 minute read To the participants its mostly a 5 or 10-k race. But the 45th annual Salem Distance Run next Saturday also supports a small non-profit’s mission. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Dog Bowl will offer another outdoor music venue starting this monthNext: Skate Park Initiative wants a seat at the table Related Stories 2026 Fourth of July fireworks guide: Roanoke, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake and Southwest Virginia Ian Price June 26, 2026 United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026