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Millions of dollars are being spent to influence your vote in the November election. Salem is seeing some of the most costly runs for office ever.

But in the end, it’s you and your ballot that count. Those ballots head out to voters starting Wednesday. And if you haven’t registered to vote or made other changes to your registration, you have until the end of the work day Tuesday to do so. Register to vote online here.

Here’s some local news to start your day off. You can find all of our stories anytime by heading to our website.

VOTE 2022: Governor candidates talk about reforms, relief for schools
In the first part of a series on the Oregon governor’s race, candidates take up the challenges facing Oregon schools. See what Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan and Betsy Johnson want…
VOTE 2022: Governor candidates talk about reforms, relief for schools
In the first part of a series on the Oregon governor’s race, candidates take up the challenges facing Oregon schools. See what Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan and Betsy Johnson want…
Keizer residents can apply for open seat on Salem-Keizer School Board
The school district opened applications Friday for the seat representing zone 6 after the surprise resignation of Danielle Bethell.
Keizer residents can apply for open seat on Salem-Keizer School Board
The school district opened applications Friday for the seat representing zone 6 after the surprise resignation of Danielle Bethell.
Navarro, Mannix aim to claim Oregon House District 21 seat
The two candidates would have very different approaches, particularly on criminal justice issues, if they are elected in this competitive district.
Navarro, Mannix aim to claim Oregon House District 21 seat
The two candidates would have very different approaches, particularly on criminal justice issues, if they are elected in this competitive district.
Voter registration to close Tuesday for 2022 general election
Registration can be online, or in-person at Marion and Polk counties’ elections offices.
Voter registration to close Tuesday for 2022 general election
Registration can be online, or in-person at Marion and Polk counties’ elections offices.

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