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A dozen Salem and Keizer educators were honored with the prestigious Crystal Apple award last night.

We'll have a rundown and photos of the ceremony later today, but here's a list of those recognized from the 101 nominees.

Linda Beardsley, instructional mentor, Stephens Middle School
Robert Hunter, teacher, Crossler Middle School
Bryndle Jarvis, teacher, Western Christian School

Josh Kuor, teacher, Auburn Elementary School

Kayly Muniz, teacher, Highland Elementary School

Jaimie Murphy, teacher, McNary High School

Yenisei Perez-Tovar, school office specialist, Lamb Elementary School

Lilia Reyes, school testing specialist, McKay High School

Martha Specht, teacher, Washington Elementary School

Brittany Stanley, school office specialist, Schiele Elementary School

Michael Weis, teacher, West Salem High School

Jennifer D. Wilson, instructional support assistant, Parrish Middle School

Here's some of today's news. Catch our latest reporting anytime on our website.

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The city of Salem has begun an investigation into PFAS, a group of so-called forever chemicals, at the Salem-Willamette Valley Airport. The toxic substances have been found in the soil…

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Julio Sanchez-Sanchez, 38, pleaded guilty to manslaughter for shooting and killing 29-year-old Ricardo Lopez-Cruz, who was previously convicted of attempting to sexually abuse Sanchez-Sanchez’ young relative.

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Salem’s budget committee unanimously approved an updated budget proposal on Wednesday for next fiscal year restoring library, parks and Center 50+ jobs that were expected to be cut if voters…

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State Sen. Kim Thatcher, R-Keizer, is a primary author of a bill to make it easier for wrongfully convicted Oregonians to get compensation.

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Events in Salem this week include a folk music lineup at Blast Off Vintage, a birthday celebration for Salem’s Riverfront Carousel and a comedy show criticizing horror movies.

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