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We’ll be bringing you some photos from the state fair later this week, but for now, here’s a catch up of some recent local news.

You can find all of our stories anytime by heading to our website. Here are today’s headlines.

Governor declares statewide emergency in face of wildfire risks
With more hot weather coming, Gov. Kate Brown puts the entire state on an emergency footing for wildfires.
Governor declares statewide emergency in face of wildfire risks
With more hot weather coming, Gov. Kate Brown puts the entire state on an emergency footing for wildfires.
Trio hopes to prove Salem isn’t “So Lame” with new record store
After Ranch Records closed its doors in 2020, a trio of local music lovers figured they needed to take matters into their own hands if they wanted a better music…
Trio hopes to prove Salem isn’t “So Lame” with new record store
After Ranch Records closed its doors in 2020, a trio of local music lovers figured they needed to take matters into their own hands if they wanted a better music…
Help get books to east Salem kids through Rotary drive
Until Sept. 23, you can buy children’s books at the Book Bin to be placed in 11 free libraries serving kids in east Salem, who live far from the city’s…
Help get books to east Salem kids through Rotary drive
Until Sept. 23, you can buy children’s books at the Book Bin to be placed in 11 free libraries serving kids in east Salem, who live far from the city’s…
Betsy Johnson qualifies as nonaffiliated gubernatorial candidate for November ballot
The Oregon Elections Division announced Thursday it had verified enough signatures on her nominating petitions to be in the race.
Betsy Johnson qualifies as nonaffiliated gubernatorial candidate for November ballot
The Oregon Elections Division announced Thursday it had verified enough signatures on her nominating petitions to be in the race.
Business leaders urge faster timeline on airport improvements to allow flights in 2023
A recent bankruptcy filing by the parent company of Aha! airlines won’t change the timeline for potential Salem air service, city and business leaders said, as other larger airlines are…
Business leaders urge faster timeline on airport improvements to allow flights in 2023
A recent bankruptcy filing by the parent company of Aha! airlines won’t change the timeline for potential Salem air service, city and business leaders said, as other larger airlines are…

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