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Oregon will pay insurers more to run Medicaid program after several threaten to pull out
PacificSource, the not-for-profit company which manages the Oregon Health Plan for people in Marion and Polk counties, is among organizations that have threatened to walk away from Oregon's Medicaid program.
Roth’s workers call off strike after reaching tentative agreement
The union representing about 60 Roth's meat and deli workers said late Wednesday they had reached a deal providing "substantial wage increases."
Roth’s meat, deli workers set to strike Thursday over wages
The union representing over 60 Roth’s employees announced Wednesday they will strike at all nine stores if their demands are not met today during ongoing contract negotiations.
Faster permitting, zoning changes needed to speed new home building in Salem, speaker says
Salem does well compared to many Oregon cities in making housing easier to build, according to Michael Andersen of the Sightline Institute in a Monday presentation to the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. Andersen said faster housing development is a key part of reducing homelessness.
Salem city councilors hope businesses, organizations will pay for commercial air subsidies
Most Salem city councilors indicated Monday they’re unwilling to spend city funds to subsidize a new commercial airline. They’re asking city employees to seek out options for private or other government funding.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: What’s happening across Salem in September
A Pioneer Cemetery clean up, park beautification efforts and annual meetings all give Salem residents a chance to connect with their neighborhoods this month.
Santiam Bicycle, a fixture in Salem’s cycling community, closes shop downtown
Santiam Bicycle, a bicycle shop that has operated downtown for decades, announced in a Sept. 2 Facebook post it is permanently closed. The shop cited online shopping and big box stores as contributing factors to the closure. The shop sold bikes and offered repairs, but also served Salem’s cycling community by supporting local bike trails and putting together group rides.
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek weighs standing order to protect Covid-19 vaccine pharmacy access
The Oregon Board of Pharmacy says clearer guidelines from federal government may not be in place until mid-September.
Council report says $3 million minimum needed to lure new airline to Salem
Salem city councilors will discuss Monday what it will take to bring a new commercial airline to town following the departure of Avelo Airlines in July.