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Drivers should expect nighttime and early morning delays on Interstate 5 between Woodburn and Donald due to construction over the coming days.

The state Department of Transportation announced earlier this month it is replacing two outdated weigh-in-motion scales on the freeway with new technology. Such scales are used to monitor the weights of semi-trucks without them having to stop.

Sensors are being replaced northbound near Milepost 271 and southbound near Milepost 276. The work will require digging out the road across two lanes.

Traffic will be shifted into the far left lane. Department spokeswoman David House said the work is expected to be completed by early July.

Find updated information about traffic impacts on Tripcheck.com.

Now, here are some of our latest reports. You can find more on our website.

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Gilbert House outdoor play area reopens after eight months of construction

Hundreds of high-energy kids roamed the new grounds of the Gilbert House Children’s Museum’s outdoor play area on its first day of reopening after eight months of construction.

21 Jun 2023

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Gilbert House outdoor play area reopens after eight months of construction

Hundreds of high-energy kids roamed the new grounds of the Gilbert House Children’s Museum’s outdoor play area on its first day of reopening after eight months of construction.

21 Jun 2023

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Oregon lawmakers put more than $1 billion toward last-minute budget needs 

The “Christmas tree bill” puts money toward a mix of projects and causes, including public defenders, wildfire fighting and state employee pay raises and benefits for those seeking citizenship.

21 Jun 2023

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Oregon lawmakers put more than $1 billion toward last-minute budget needs 

The “Christmas tree bill” puts money toward a mix of projects and causes, including public defenders, wildfire fighting and state employee pay raises and benefits for those seeking citizenship.

21 Jun 2023

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SPECIAL REPORT: With districts, not state, responsible for improving reading, some students will be left behind

Part 3 of a special report: Oregon’s strong tradition of local control for schools means the state doesn’t intervene in individual districts failing to help kids learn to read.

21 Jun 2023

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SPECIAL REPORT: With districts, not state, responsible for improving reading, some students will be left behind

Part 3 of a special report: Oregon’s strong tradition of local control for schools means the state doesn’t intervene in individual districts failing to help kids learn to read.

21 Jun 2023

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Salem athletic superstars honored as “Beacons”

McKay boys soccer coach Juan Llamas received Coach of the Year award for leading the team to an undefeated season and state championship at the annual S-K Beacon awards honoring…

21 Jun 2023

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Salem athletic superstars honored as “Beacons”

McKay boys soccer coach Juan Llamas received Coach of the Year award for leading the team to an undefeated season and state championship at the annual S-K Beacon awards honoring…

21 Jun 2023

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