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Maps Community Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Maps Credit Union, is looking for inspiring people in the Salem area.

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The foundation is accepting nominations for their 2023 Maps Community Awards through July 15. Nominees should be people in Marion or Polk county who are an inspiration, helping friends, family, neighbors or community.

Winners receive $1,000 to donate to the nonprofit of their choice. Applicants should share how their nominee makes a difference in the community. More information is on the MAPS website.

Now, here’s some of today’s news. Catch all of our latest stories on our website anytime.

State told 20,000 Oregon families to expect money for clothes but no money is coming
Elizabeth Sherwood, a single mom in Keizer, learned Wednesday she wouldn’t be getting help to buy her daughter new shoes after a state letter told her to expect a $270…
State told 20,000 Oregon families to expect money for clothes but no money is coming
Elizabeth Sherwood, a single mom in Keizer, learned Wednesday she wouldn’t be getting help to buy her daughter new shoes after a state letter told her to expect a $270…
PHOTOS: Salem grooves, sings and performs to celebrate solstice
Hundreds of musicians took to street corners, restaurants, parks and other venues across Salem Wednesday to celebrate Make Music Day.
PHOTOS: Salem grooves, sings and performs to celebrate solstice
Hundreds of musicians took to street corners, restaurants, parks and other venues across Salem Wednesday to celebrate Make Music Day.
Salem’s World Beat Festival returns with spotlight on Philippines
Get transported to new countries through food, dance, music, and performances this weekend at the annual World Beat Festival June 23-25.
Salem’s World Beat Festival returns with spotlight on Philippines
Get transported to new countries through food, dance, music, and performances this weekend at the annual World Beat Festival June 23-25.
Abortion, transgender care bill that nearly torpedoed Oregon legislative session heads to governor
Nearly a dozen Republicans boycotted a vote on the amended version of HB 2002, which protects abortion and gender-affirming care providers from civil liability or prosecution.
Abortion, transgender care bill that nearly torpedoed Oregon legislative session heads to governor
Nearly a dozen Republicans boycotted a vote on the amended version of HB 2002, which protects abortion and gender-affirming care providers from civil liability or prosecution.

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