Category Columns
COLUMN: Will Medicare counselors ask for personal information?
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. In this month's column, he answers a reader's question about how to prepare for a conversation with a volunteer Medicare counselor.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Two Salem industries growing, while others see job losses
The impacts of inflation are starting to heat up in Salem, writes columnist Pamela Ferrara. Employment data shows that healthcare, transportation and warehousing are the only industries seeing job growth in the area.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Comfort and safety during an emergency
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, shares ways to improve comfort and dignity while sheltering in place during an emergency.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Using Medicare while traveling, and how Medigap works
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions. In this month’s column, Sellers explains how to access coverage while on vacation and how Medigap policies work.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Preparing for sanitation in an emergency
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, tackles the topic nobody wants to think about but everyone should plan for: making a makeshift bathroom if a disaster disrupts water or sewer service.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Comparing benefits on Medicare Advantage plans
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Join Salem’s emergency response volunteers
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, shares training opportunities and water storage tips for emergencies.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Meet Salem’s heron family
Columnist and bird expert Harry Fuller walks us through local members of the heron family, from the famous great blues to the bitterns that make a bullfrog-like swallowing call.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.
COLUMN: Low-income Medicare benefits you should know about
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions.
To comment on this story, use the form at the end of the report.