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Salem Democrats impressed by Obama’s presence

SALEM – One of the most enthusiastic Democrats in Virginia got an opportunity to tell President Barack Obama during what he needs to do better, during the president’s visit to Roanoke. Salem resident Cabell Brand even got a hug from the president, who told Brand he knew who he was. The 89-year-old, five grandchildren... »

A presidential candidate, a pig and a pink bunny

What do a presidential candidate, a painted pig and a pink bunny have in common? They all made the news in Salem this week. You can read details about Republican Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney’s visit to Salem on the front page of this week’s Salem Times-Register, and also the painted pig and pink bunny... »

Presidential candidate Romney coming to Salem Tuesday

SALEM – Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney will be in Salem on Tuesday, June 26, at Carter Machinery to speak at noon. Gates open at 10 a.m. The business is located at 1330 Lynchburg Turnpike near the Salem Civic Center. There were no details from Romney’s campaign about specifics of the visit when it... »