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Prepare for possible snow, ice and slippery roads starting Friday as temperatures are forecasted to drop below freezing this weekend.

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Salem’s Public Works Department will have de-icers, snow plows and sanding equipment on standby in case of snow or freezing rain.

“Now is the time to take steps to keep your family safe by making sure your vehicle is ready for winter weather conditions, use extra caution while driving, and make sure you have enough supplies at home in case they are needed,” the city said in a Facebook post. You can report a road concern by calling public works dispatchers at 503-588-6311.

Overnight warming shelters will open if temperatures drop to 32 degrees or below.

The Salem Warming Network will announce activation of overnight warming services if temperatures drop to 32 degrees or below. Check the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency’s website for updated information or to volunteer.

Here’s some of today’s news. You can always find our latest reports on our website.

Oregon Republican delegates must back winner of May presidential primary, party says
How party delegates are chosen could take on special importance this year as courts weigh legal challenges to former President Donald Trump’s eligibility.
Oregon Republican delegates must back winner of May presidential primary, party says
How party delegates are chosen could take on special importance this year as courts weigh legal challenges to former President Donald Trump’s eligibility.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: What’s happening in Salem in January
South Gateway holds its annual meeting Thursday, Jan. 11, plus neighborhoods have several opportunities to help with local parks and trash clean-up projects.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: What’s happening in Salem in January
South Gateway holds its annual meeting Thursday, Jan. 11, plus neighborhoods have several opportunities to help with local parks and trash clean-up projects.
Timber industry tied to proposal shifting wildfire protection costs from landowners to public
Several Oregon timber companies participated in a workgroup and proposal that would cut the fees they pay to the state for fire protection.
Timber industry tied to proposal shifting wildfire protection costs from landowners to public
Several Oregon timber companies participated in a workgroup and proposal that would cut the fees they pay to the state for fire protection.
High school aviation training program moves into hangar at Salem airport
Salem high schoolers are training to be pilots, aircraft mechanics and fly drones in a new hangar at the airport.
High school aviation training program moves into hangar at Salem airport
Salem high schoolers are training to be pilots, aircraft mechanics and fly drones in a new hangar at the airport.

You’re invited – Salem Reporter Town Hall 

Salem Reporter Town Hall on Gun Violence

The news team at Salem Reporter has assembled a panel of experts for a Town Hall on Gun Violence. They will share the facts about surging gun violence in the community. This powerful program will pull back the curtains on this safety threat – and share how you can make a difference. 

TIME: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17

LOCATION: Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. S.E.

FREE TICKETS: Available online

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