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Good evening, Salem.

Today is a day gardeners across the nation have been eagerly awaiting: National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day.

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Zucchini are not a major Oregon crop – they merit nary a mention in the Oregon Department of Agriculture’s most recent statistical report – but they dominate home gardens and tables at the farmers market this time of year.

We wish those of you with an overly abundant supply good luck foisting your crop off on your neighbors.

Here are some of today’s stories. Catch all of our latest stories on our website anytime.

Former state legislator announces run for Republican primary for Oregon’s 6th District
Denyc Boles, who represented Salem as a state senator, is now seeking Andrea Salinas’ Congressional seat.
Former state legislator announces run for Republican primary for Oregon’s 6th District
Denyc Boles, who represented Salem as a state senator, is now seeking Andrea Salinas’ Congressional seat.
PHOTOS: Salemites gather for peace, Hiroshima rememberance
A small group gathered in Riverfront Park on the anniversary of the U.S.’s atomic bombing of Hiroshima to fold paper cranes and discuss nuclear weapons abolition.
PHOTOS: Salemites gather for peace, Hiroshima rememberance
A small group gathered in Riverfront Park on the anniversary of the U.S.’s atomic bombing of Hiroshima to fold paper cranes and discuss nuclear weapons abolition.
UPDATE: Marion County commissioners approve seeking contractor for Brooks water system improvements
Commissioners on Wednesday voted to solicit a construction contractor to manage water and wastewater improvements in the communities of Brooks and Hopmere. The work is part of a county effort…
UPDATE: Marion County commissioners approve seeking contractor for Brooks water system improvements
Commissioners on Wednesday voted to solicit a construction contractor to manage water and wastewater improvements in the communities of Brooks and Hopmere. The work is part of a county effort…
Motorcyclist dies after east Salem collision
Brian Merrill, 48, was riding a motorcycle north on Southeast Cordon Road the afternoon of Sunday, Aug. 6, when police say a driver headed south turned left in front of…
Motorcyclist dies after east Salem collision
Brian Merrill, 48, was riding a motorcycle north on Southeast Cordon Road the afternoon of Sunday, Aug. 6, when police say a driver headed south turned left in front of…

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