Salem Stampede Rodeo is back this weekend Gene Marrano January 5, 2024 1 min read courtesy photos-City of salem The dirt will be flying at the Salem Civic Center tonight through Sunday, as the Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo returns for a 56th year. And if recent history is any indication, the tickets will go fast. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Update: 220 open again in Franklin County after fatal multi-vehicle crashNext: Downtown Roanoke restaurant closing its doors for good Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025