Your Monday evening update on Salem news

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Scots-Apella, the a cappella group from McKay High School, took third place in a national competition this weekend, performing as one of nine top ensembles in the country.

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Thirteen McKay students competed Friday in the Varsity Vocals finals in New York City Friday. The team qualified for the national event after winning their semifinal competition March 9 in Los Angeles.

The Scots placed behind Sonic Edge from Pebblebrook High School in Mableton, Georgia, and Infiniti from Rockwell-Heath High School in Heath, Texas.

A number of other student musicians from Salem won honors in choral and instrument competitions this weekend. The images below listing winners come from the district’s music and theater department.

Here’s some of today’s news. Find all our coverage on our website here.

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VOTE 2024: Brown, Hoselton running for northeast Salem council seat

Irvin Brown, a state policy adviser and chair of the city budget committee, and Michael Hoselton, a paralegal and board member of the Northgate Neighborhood Association, are running for a…

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PHOTOS: Runners fill Bush Park for the Awesome 3000

A rainy Saturday morning didn’t deter thousands of racers who came out to Bush’s Pasture Park for the Awesome 3000 fun run.

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Top Kotek staff were concerned about first lady’s role, security requests, records show

AROUND OREGON: Gov. Tina Kotek’s top staff raised questions about public resources being used for the governor’s spouse. The governor’s office on Friday, April 26, released emails and other documents…

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Candidates for Salem mayor to debate in public event Tuesday at the Elsinore

The two candidates running for Salem mayor will debate in a public event on Tuesday, April 30, at the Elsinore Theatre. Chis Hoy, the incumbent, will face Julie Hoy, a…

ATTEND THE DEBATE – SALEM MAYOR’S RACE

You’re invited to attend a live debate between two city leaders who want to be Salem’s mayor.

You’re also invited to send questions you would like asked.

Here are the details:

Who’s debating: Chris Hoy is the current mayor, seeking a second term. Julie Hoy, a local restaurateur, is serving on the Salem City Council. The Hoys are not related.

Who’s asking questons: Cindy Condon of Salem City Club, Abbey McDonald of Salem Reporter.

Who’s moderating: Les Zaitz, editor, Salem Reporter.

When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 30. Doors open: 5 p.m.

Where: The Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. S.E.

Tickets: Free, available online HERE.

Broadcast: Capital Community Media will broadcast live on Channel 21 and stream on Youtube.

Your questions: Email your questions to Editor Les Zaitz – [email protected].

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VOTE 2024: Brown, Hoselton running for northeast Salem council seat

PHOTOS: Runners fill Bush Park for the Awesome 3000

Top Kotek staff were concerned about first lady’s role, security requests, records show

Candidates for Salem mayor to debate in public event Tuesday at the Elsinore

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