Salem Police Chief set to retire after 37 1/2 years on the force Evan Jones August 13, 2014 1 min read Salem’s police chief is preparing to retire later this year, after serving in every capacity on the force for more than 37 years. Jeff Dudley says advances in technology are the biggest changes he’s seen, as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Mayor testifying in former Virginia governor trialNext: Community Health resources like New Horizons in the spotlight Related Stories 1 min read ROA launches Care Cupboard for Airport Federal Employees Clark Palmer October 22, 2025 1 min read Iconic American art debuts at the Taubman Museum, Mill Mountain’s 2026 season, RBT’s Dracula at Jefferson Center Gene Marrano October 22, 2025 1 min read Two polls show tightening races for statewide positions Gene Marrano October 21, 2025