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Readers tell of need to support local news, but some aren’t sure about a tax break
A state tax credit may not be the answer, but Salem readers share concerns about the future of local news in Oregon. The comments show high interest in finding a solution "before it's too late," as one reader wrote.
UPDATE: Father, partner arrested in death of Salem 6-year-old
Salem police are investigating the death on Friday, Jan. 20, of a 6-year-old Salem child.
Salem Library charro outfit exhibit shares Mexican pride
The nonprofit Comunidad y Herencia Cultura put six mannequins with male and female charro outfits on display at the Salem Library until March 3. The nonprofit’s director and the library’s deputy explain how the partnership came together and the importance of this aspect of centuries-long Mexican pride.
A new flag signals commitment to Salem air service
A group of local businesses and community members dedicated a new flag pole at the Salem Municipal Airport. Key players in the ongoing effort to bring commercial air service back to the state capital attended.
McKay thespians give a nod to Disney villains in “Descendants”
The musical, which follows three villain’s children as they adapt to attending boarding school with the children of Disney heroes, opens Friday, Jan. 20.
Backpacks stuffed with possibilities for Salem kids could happen again – with help
The Salem Art Association once again wants to give away hundred of backpacks for kids to learn about art. Raising the money to cover costs comes first.
Pentacle’s “An Inspector Calls” puts wealth inequality under a spotlight
The play, an engaging mystery for fans of “Knives Out,” runs at Salem’s Pentacle Theatre through Feb. 4.
Salem’s economy will be driven by housing choices, local leaders say
The availability of people to take local jobs and homes to house them are expected to drive Salem's economy in 2023. Interest rates and foreign affairs could also ripple through Salem, local leaders say. Salem Reporter surveyed them on their outlooks for the year.
Salem event honors legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
At the Salem-Keizer NAACP’s event Monday, community leaders addressed misconceptions about King’s beliefs and highlighted young Black activists in Salem.