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Salem mom who is small business owner to run for Salem-Keizer School Board
A northeast Salem parent has declared her intent to run for a seat on the Salem-Keizer School Board. Casity Troutt is seeking the seat currently held by Marty Heyen.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Obituaries tell of people but also of culture and we may add them
As modern life shifts to the web, Salem Reporter is considering obituaries to its content. Readers are invited to weigh in on the idea.
Salem artist decorates eggs in Ukrainian tradition to support refugees
Jenny Orr first learned how to make pysanky eggs, decorated in Ukrainian tradition, from friends in high school. Now retired, she has raised over $1,600 for war refugees in Salem by selling dozens of the art pieces.
Salem nonprofit gets grant to teach documentary work to Native Americans
With a national grant in hand, Elderberry Wisdom Farm of Salem plans to teach Native American students skills for making their own documentaries.
Iris Valley Charter School withdraws application to school board to refine plan
A long-time teacher's effort to establish a new charter school in Salem will continue as Salem-Keizer School District officials flag concerns. A revised application is expected later this year to form the school.
COLUMN: Rainy weather means happy ducks in Salem
Local birder and natural history author Harry Fuller shares what birds are up to in the Salem area in his "Some Fascinating Things About Birds" column.
Salem Symphonic Winds and Rainbow Dance Theatre partner for stunning, colorful tango
A show on Sunday, Jan. 29, will feature the “Tango Suite” from Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla’s opera “María de Buenos Aires,” complete with glowing costumes and a rich vocal performance.
Volunteers still needed as Salem’s homeless count gets underway
The annual homeless count, termed point-in-time, is key to determining funding for Salem programs. Volunteers can still help as the survey in Salem continues through the week.
Hundreds show up for family night at Kennedy Elementary School – ‘We care’
Families gathered at Kennedy Elementary School, grabbing hot dogs, getting family and visiting with others in a special community event held on Thursday, Jan. 19.