Mayor Brandie Garner

08/17/2026

This morning, severe flooding hit Salem hard affecting many of our homes and businesses. If today proved anything, it’s that this City is resilient and shows up for each other.

I would like to express a huge thanks to our Public Works team. Director Nelson, Rob, Glen, Chief Sewer Operator Bud, and Chief Water Operator Dalton, thank you for your dedication and tireless work to keep our City moving. To Kayla and Nathan Ritchie with EMS, and Jesse and Blake from Salem PD thank you for keeping our residents safe. To the Salem VFD as always, you answered the call. Thank you for working with us as a team. We appreciate your service.

A special thank you to Larry Carrico, Nelson, and Dalton, who were out working before the sun even came up.

Thank you to Councilman Hill and City Manager Aimee Comer, and to Greg Garner for all of your help.

City Hall took on flooding as well, but thanks to everyone’s hard work, we’ll be open tomorrow.

To our residents thank you for your grace if I called or showed up at your door at a ridiculous hour, and thank you to those who reached out asking how they could help.

Thank you also to Delegate Clay Riley, who called to check on us. He’s always looking out for Salem. To MonPower, for sending crews to clear trees and keep our power on. I’m sure in the days to come we will hear from the County.

It is humbling to watch this City come together in a time of need. I’m grateful for each and every one of you.

Let’s pray for no more rain tonight, and continue to watch out for one another. It is an honor and a privilege to serve this community.

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

Rookie rugby starts tonight at the Salem armory 530-7. Come give it a try.

06/23/2026

Stars, Stripes & Bells!

Fort New Salem Community Bell Ringing
Join us as bells ring out at noon in celebration of America’s 250th birthday!
Come make a lifetime memory with us as we honor America.

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time 12:00 Noon
Location
Fort New Salem
81 Settlers Lane
Salem, WV 26426

This patriotic community celebration is free and open to all!

Families, neighbors, friends, and visitors are invited to gather at Fort New Salem for a joyful Independence Day bell ringing in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Wear your red, white, and blue, bring your patriotic spirit, and join voices and bells with communities across the nation as we mark this historic milestone together.

Come celebrate freedom, history, community, and the promise of the next 250 years as we gather to ring Fort New Salem’s bells 250 times.

All are welcome.

06/23/2026

📣 Reminder: We have openings on City Council for Wards 2 & 3!
This is YOUR chance to make a difference right here in Salem. Serving on City Council is a meaningful way to shape the future of our community — and we’d love to have you involved.
🏛️ City Council Meeting
June 23, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 City Hall
Come on out, learn more, and take the first step toward serving your community!

04/12/2026

On Saturday May 16th, Fort New Salem opens for season 52 and this year is extra special.

Join us for the 13th Annual John Randolph Spring Arts Kick Off. During our entire season we will be honoring the 250th anniversary of our country.

As opening day approaches will be updating information about this event.

We are pleased to once again partner with VFW MEUSE-ARGONNE POST 573 AUXILIARY who will provide food service at the John Randolph Spring Arts Kick Off.

Located 12 miles west of Clarksburg along US Rt. 50, exit at Rt. 23 in Salem
Fort New Salem
81 Settlers Lane (PO Box 186)
Salem, WV 26426

04/12/2026