Health officials urge Oregonians to get vaccinated against Covid, flu, RSV
State officials said Covid infections are increasing in Oregon as they urge a new round of vaccinations. Free Covid testing kits are again available.
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LISTEN IN: It’s not a campaign, but city says what will happen if Salem kills tax
CATCH OUR SHOW: Our journalists discuss the news of the day with Wendy Brokaw of Capital Community Media. TODAY: Potential reduction in public safety services and a unique event in a downtown park.
Oregon assessments show little student improvement over last four years
Student proficiency in English language arts and math remain 10 percentage points below pre-pandemic levels, but declines appear to be leveling off.
UPDATE: Marion County commissioners pull vote on state money for community corrections
Commissioners on Wednesday delayed a vote on accepting $27.2 million of state funding for overseeing people on probation and post-prison supervision. The board provided little information about the decision at the meeting.
EVENTS: Rodeo finals, Viva Salem and stylish pups
Events in Salem this weekend include the city’s first Hispanic Heritage Festival, food from local entrepreneurs and dogs in costumes.
WEIGH IN: How should Salem handle its budget deficit?
Salem Reporter wants your input on which cuts or other strategies city leaders should consider if voters don’t approve a payroll tax in November.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: City council to consider ludwigia removal in Oxbow Slough
The Salem City Council meets Monday, Sept. 25, to consider a project that would remove an invasive plant from the Oxbow Slough in Minto-Brown Island Park, and revisit an ordinance that would allow for taller buildings in the South Central Association of Neighbors.
Oregon auditors flag millions in misspent money in state agencies
A Secretary of State audit found $35.2 million of questionable expenses in 10 state programs that provide social services, mental health care and emergency rental assistance
LISTEN IN: Teachers, school district are far apart on what pay raises should be given
CATCH OUR SHOW: Our journalists discuss the news of the day with Wendy Brokaw of Capital Community Media. TODAY: Pay raises for local teachers, a new clinic to care for kids.
Superintendent says improvements urgent as tests show two out of three Salem kids can’t read proficiently
New state test data released Thursday shows local students performed worse on reading and math tests than in 2022. District leaders say they intend to focus on attendance and consistent classroom instruction to boost results.
