The longtime community leader and advocate for education worked to plan an evening celebrating hats and local hat lovers before her death on Jan. 25.
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Heyen decides against seeking 3rd school board term, citing intense criticism
A veteran member of the Salem-Keizer School Board is not seeking another term, citing political bullying she has endured. Marty Heyen was elected to the board in 2015.
Chemeketa to become first community college in Oregon to offer four-year degree
Developing leaders from business employees is one goal of a new program at Chemeketa Community College. The Salem college will be the first in Oregon to offer a 4-year degree.
Salem-Keizer NAACP to host civil disobedience training
The non-violent method of protesting was used during the civil rights movement of the 1960s. The free presentation will be on Friday, Feb. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and again Saturday, Feb. 4, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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.
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.
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.