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Willamette Heritage Center exhibit reveals erased Chinese-American history in Salem
“Finding Salem’s Chinatown(s)” shows the lives of Chinese-Americans living in Oregon’s capital at the turn of the 20th century.
Salem’s community satisfaction survey shows discontent over homelessness, city services
57% of respondents said they were satisfied with services provided by the city, a decrease from 70% in 2021.
A 50-year regular at Salem’s Hollywood Tavern wins $1 million Powerball prize
Brooks Keebey, 82, said he plans to buy his longtime partner a better car with his winnings - and treat the bartender who sold him the ticket.
City Club invites Salemites to mull election results at Friday talk
Ed Dover, a political scientist and professor of 30 years at Western Oregon University, will give a talk on local, state and national elections at the Willamette Heritage Center's Day House.
Loved ones remember “The Potato Lady” of Salem
Lisa Letney, an outspoken advocate for people who are homeless in Salem, died on Nov. 7 leaving behind a legacy of leading with empathy.
Oregon Humane Society to stop accepting stray cats in Marion County
The animal rescue said it’s been unable to reach an agreement with Marion County allowing it to assume responsibility for stray animals, something county officials say isn’t needed to continue the work.
Local mentor honored for decades of service to Salem youth
John “Cheeseburger” Witherspoon was recognized by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Monday for his volunteer work with children, where he has been a coach, mentor and father figure to tens of thousands of students.
PHOTOS: Salem runners dazzle in evening wear at Fanciest 5k
The annual run is a benefit for Safety Compass, which provides counseling and services to sex trafficking survivors.
COLUMN: Some birds are berry interested
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.