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 View All 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 Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025