Salem Stampede rodeo back for 51st year Gene Marrano January 11, 2018 1 minute read You may think of the rodeo as more of a western pastime but bull riding and bronco busting is back in Salem this weekend. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Greater Roanoke Home and Garden Show returns this weekendNext: UPDATE: Cause of death ruled for man found in car in Roanoke River Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0