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It may be a Tuesday, but for about 15,000 Salem students, it’s also their last day of school this week.

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That’s because elementary schools in the Salem-Keizer district are closing Wednesday through Friday for a three-day training. Most educators will be learning about teaching students to read – a deep dive that district leaders say is badly needed. We’ve got more on the training and why it’s being done in our article below.

If you want to learn more about how our schools got here and what’s being done to address the student reading crisis, our Town Hall next week will offer answers. Join us at the Elsinore Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 5, 6-7:30 p.m. for an expert panel and lively discussion focused on solutions.

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Here’s some of today’s headlines. Head to our website anytime for the latest in Salem local news.

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Elementary schools to close as teachers get 3 days of reading training

More than 1,000 educators in Salem and Keizer will get intensive training this week on topics including phonics instruction and the science behind how students learn to read. To comment…

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Gov. Kotek taps interim Oregon public defense head for permanent position

Kenneth Sanchagrin, an experienced criminal justice analyst, will continue leading the state’s public defense commission after making progress on a shortage of attorneys. To comment on this story, use the…

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Historic Salem farmers market brings community together in lesser-known space

Founded during World War II, the Salem Public Market hosts 29 booths each Saturday selling local food and handmade goods. To comment on this story, use the form at the…

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Morrow County Republicans call on Rep. Greg Smith to resign over ethics

Morrow County Republicans cited alleged unethical conduct and state ethics findings in calling for state Rep. Greg Smith to resign. Smith, a Heppner Republican, dismissed the resolution as politically motivated…

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Chris Dudley says he will run for Oregon governor, growing GOP field

The ex-Portland Trail Blazer who came closer than any Republican in decades to winning an Oregon governor’s race, said Monday that he will run for the position once again. To…

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Elementary schools to close as teachers get 3 days of reading training

Gov. Kotek taps interim Oregon public defense head for permanent position

Historic Salem farmers market brings community together in lesser-known space

Morrow County Republicans call on Rep. Greg Smith to resign over ethics

Chris Dudley says he will run for Oregon governor, growing GOP field

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