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It’s Election Day for many communities around the U.S., but don’t worry – you didn’t miss a local ballot.

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A handful of cities in Marion and Polk counties have ballot measures before voters, but Salem isn’t among them. Woodburn voters are considering charter amendments. Stayton will decide on renewing a levy to pay for parks and the city pool. And fire districts for Amity and Southwest Polk County are asking voters to renew taxes to pay for their operations.

One of our core duties as a local newsroom is letting you know how to let your voice be heard. If you’re even a semi-regular reader, you’ll get plenty of advance notice when your vote is needed!

If you’re wondering, campaign rumblings are starting for the Salem mayor’s race and some city council seats, but that election isn’t until May.

Here’s some of our latest news. You can always find our latest stories anytime on our website.

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Oregon sues Trump admin for attempt to restrict public service loan forgiveness

President Donald Trump in March signed an executive order denying student loan forgiveness to agencies and nonprofits that help immigrants living in the U.S. without proper documentation, provide gender-affirming health care to…

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Months of private counseling between Julie Hoy and former city manager preceded his abrupt resignation

Documents obtained from the Oregon Government Ethics Commission showed that Council President Linda Nishioka told ethics investigators that Salem Mayor Julie Hoy desired former Salem City Manager Keith Stahley’s ouster…

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Two men sentenced to years in prison for fatal 2020 Hoover Park shooting

Arturo Mendez-Perez and Jayson Elkins were sentenced to prison last month after pleading guilty in Marion County Circuit Court to the fatal shooting at Hoover Park in 2020 that killed…

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How to help people or get food in Salem as SNAP benefits are delayed

From food drives to mutual aid efforts, here’s where Salem people are coming together to help feed each other.

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