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Good morning, Salem.
Cherry trees are in full bloom, and it's spring break
If you're seeking an accessible local adventure, Travel Salem recently published a list of options, ranging from wheelchair-friendly trails and vistas at Silver Falls State Park to adventures designed for kids with sensory processing challenges.
This week is also the Spring Break Passport to Fun, designed for families to experience Salem museums and heritage sites for free or at discounted rates. Learn more and download a passport here.
Here's some of today's news. You can find all our latest coverage anytime on our website.
A Salem man was arrested after a fatal single-vehicle crash near Stayton killed a 16-year-old and seriously injured three other minor passengers. Christopher Atkinson, 33, is in custody at the…
At least two complaints of an Oregon Youth Authority employee sexually abusing a youth were not referred to Oregon State Police, a state investigation found.
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