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McKay High School’s acapella group is heading to a national competition for the second year in a row.

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The Scots-Acapella group of 13 students took first place in a March 9 semifinal in the Los Angeles area. They’ll now perform in New York on April 26 for nationals.

Their winning performance included “Call On Me” by India Carney & STORYBOARDS, “The End of Love” by Florence + The Machine, and “Little Blue” by Jacob Collier & Brandi Carlile, according to teacher Hannah Abercrombie.

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McKay orchestra to perform Vivaldi’s Double Cello Concerto in Thursday fundraiser

Cellists Marilyn de Oliveira and Trevor Fitzpatrick of the Oregon Symphony will perform in a special fundraiser concert Thursday with McKay High School’s orchestra.

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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.

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PARK SHOOTING: A summary of developments

Prosecutors plan to seek approval to try a 16-year-old accused shooter as an adult. Here’s a summary of key information related to the March 7, 2024, shooting in Bush’s Pasture…

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Here’s who qualified for the Salem city ballot

After the filing deadline and signature verification, the Salem mayoral race is down to candidates Mayor Chris Hoy and city Councilor Julie Hoy.

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McKay orchestra to perform Vivaldi’s Double Cello Concerto in Thursday fundraiser

YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County receives federal grant for River Road bridge repairs

PARK SHOOTING: A summary of developments

Here’s who qualified for the Salem city ballot

Salem Reporter’s principles

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