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Salem refugee community seeks state support in era of turmoil
A recent memo from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security showed the agency’s intention to detain and question people in the process of getting a green card. It’s the latest of a series of federal policy changes that have stirred fear and stress for refugees living in Salem.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Help fund our year-long deep dive into local education
HELP PROBE EDUCATION: The community is asked to help dig deep into Salem schools by covering the costs of an experienced reporter. Tax-deductible donations to the Salem Reporter News Fund are now being accepted.
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United Way seeks state support to expand distribution facility
United Way says it has outgrown its goods distribution center where it processes donations for over 75 local organizations. The nonprofit hopes to buy Marion Polk Food Share’s larger warehouse, as the food provider moves out.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Cinderella ballet, Saturn planetarium show, yoga and wine night
Events in Salem this week include a ballet performance of Cinderella, a planetarium presentation showcasing Saturn and a yoga and wine night at Chemeketa Cellars.
COLUMN: Keystone species
In Salem, flickers and native oak trees depend on each other for survival, making them keystone species in a complex habitat.
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How families, community members can help students read
There are plenty of ways people in the community can help support Salem and Keizer students learning to read. Here's some of the advice and local resources education professionals shared at a recent Salem Reporter town hall.
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Salem’s resident bald eagles are nearly nesting, just in time for Eagle Watch 2026
The two bald eagles that live in Minto-Brown Island Park are now making some final adjustments as they prepare for nesting season. As the great birds get ready to watch their eggs, Salem Park Ranger Mike Zieker is once again calling on volunteers for the city’s eagle watch program to educate and draw awareness to Salem’s resident eagles.
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COLUMN: Don’t pay too high a premium for Medicare Part B
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.
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Oregon invites you to its Valentine’s Day birthday party at the state Capitol
Oregon was founded on Valentine’s Day in 1859 and turns 167 years old on Saturday, Feb. 14. To celebrate, the Oregon State Legislature invites everyone from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Oregon’s Anniversary of Statehood event for music, dancing, and activities including a chance to view the state’s original founding document.
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