Salem Reporter
ON THE AIR: New school policy on trans students is stirring controversy in Salem
The topic: The Salem-Keizer School District revised its policies on transgender students, updating what’s been in place already. But the change is prompting misinformation and complaints. Read the original story HERE. An archeological dig in Salem isn’t quite an Indiana Jones…
ON THE AIR: Those running for mayor back Salem’s climate action plan – in phases
The topic: The two candidates for Salem mayor went head to head before the Salem City Club and there wasn’t much political daylight between the two. Chane Griggs and Chris Hoy instead pointed to their own backgrounds as the reason…
ON THE AIR: As pandemic fades, Salem Hospital is facing new challenges
The topic: A top federal official came to Salem to talk with local hospital officials about the need for residents to catch up on delayed medical care, pushed off by Covid. The reduction in pandemic cases means shifting resources to the…
ON THE AIR: Fatal crash awakens more determination to address Salem homelessness
The topic: Salem drew national coverage after a driver plowed through a roadside homeless camp, killing four. Local advocates say the deaths mark a turning point for how state and local leaders regulate homeless camps. Read the original story HERE.…
ON THE AIR: With more refugees on the way, Salem organization seeks help to expand
The topic: Salem is opening its arms wider to take in refugees, nearly doubling the number coming to the city. A local organization is ramping up with staffing and space and is raising funds for a new home. Read the original…
ON THE AIR: High fuel prices pinch school buses, public works
The topic: Higher fuel prices are hitting Salem’s school district, and local law enforcement and public works agencies. While most agencies say they can weather a temporary increase, a prolonged spike will have impacts on budgets for the coming year. The…
ON THE AIR: New health initiative aims to get people into housing and out of the ER
The topic: The Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency was one of three areas in the country to be awarded a grant from Kaiser Permanente to help keep frequent users out of the emergency room and into housing. The full story is…
ON THE AIR: Marion County commissioners give themselves a review
The topic: About half the homes destroyed in the 2020 wildfires in Santiam Canyon have been rebuilt or are underway, Marion County commissioners reported during the recent “State of the County” annual update. They discussed homeless, addiction and mental health services…
ON THE AIR: High school students in Salem-Keizer still struggling to adjust to being back in class
The topic: The return to school was welcome for students and parents, but educators are finding high school students were accustomed to their freedom. That could affect how well they do academically. The full story is HERE. In other news, a…
ON THE AIR: A look at who wants to be mayor or sit on the council in Salem
The topic: The races are set for Salem mayor and open seats on the Salem City Council. One candidate for mayor already has raised significant money. The full story is HERE. In other city news, legislators recently provided even more money…