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Cherry blossoms are in bloom across the city, and the clock is ticking to take pictures of them before they leave us for another year.

It’s also the final week to submit those photos to Travel Salem for the chance to win prizes.

Anyone can submit up to two photos of cherry blossoms taken in either Marion or Polk County. The deadline to submit them is Sunday, April 30.

Prizes will be awarded for several categories, including people, closeups and pets. See the rules and enter here.

Here's some of today's news. You can find all our latest coverage anytime on our website.

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A Salem couple is bringing discussions about science and the environment to Salem coffee shops, bars and restaurants. The first talk on Thursday, March 27, will bring Willamette University professoru0026hellip;

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Police investigating a shooting at an apartment complex on Northeast Market Street found two guns and fentanyl containing 188,000 lethal doses on Feb. 20, according to a detective’s affidavit. Gerardou0026hellip;

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Under House Bill 2007, schools would be limited to using summer learning grants on programs that boost student reading and writing proficiency.

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The Salem City Council wants voters to approve a new property tax levy to cover costs of some city services. Salem Reporter is hosting a public Town Hall to provideu0026hellip;

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