Category Marion & Polk County
Who’s on the ballot for 2024 Marion, Polk county elections
Voters in both Marion and Polk counties have rare contested races for sheriff, while Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell is running for reelection unopposed.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County receives federal grant for River Road bridge repairs
A $7 million federal grant will help Marion County pay for repairs and strengthening of the River Road bridge outside of Independence. Construction would likely begin in 2026.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County Commissioners consider creating emergency plans for rural areas
Commissioners on Wednesday, March 13, will consider accepting $1 million from the state to split among six projects in the north Santiam Canyon that were impacted by wildfire in 2020.
Who’s filed to run for Salem, county offices as deadline approaches
Voters have a chance to elect a majority of the Salem City Council during the May 21 primary election.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County Commissioners to hear update on federal wildfire recovery funds
Commissioners on Wednesday will consider expanding a contract with an insurance agency for services covered by the state’s publicly funded Medicaid program.
Salem police sergeant’s DUI trial set for August
Sgt. Dustin Wann on Friday sought and was given a judge’s approval to travel out of state while awaiting trial for a drunk driving charge. He has pleaded not guilty, according to court records.
Marion County crisis team gets underway after years of planning
A civilian crisis response team covering Marion County started taking calls at the start of the year. Mental health workers and addiction recovery mentors meet people in person who have called for help with a personal crisis.
UPDATE: Marion County Commissioners adds nearly $2 million to budget
Commissioners on Wednesday approved a five-year strategic plan intended to boost the county’s economy and employment.
Authorities staying silent on Salem police sergeant’s DUI charge
Salem police Sgt. Dustin Wann has been charged with driving under the influence last May. Prosecutors refuse to explain his involvement in a golf cart crash that injured a woman earlier that day in west Salem.