Salem Stampede rodeo back for 51st year Gene Marrano January 11, 2018 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading 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 1 min read Roanoke Arts Commission launches 2025 Arts Connect Neighbors Catalog with 60 free workshops Web Staff July 25, 2025 1 min read Carilion Children’s Pediatric in Rocky Mount relocates to bigger space Gene Marrano July 24, 2025 1 min read Virginia Diverse Chamber of Commerce hosts 6th annual Community Beautification Day on Saturday at Eureka Park Web Staff July 24, 2025