Your Thursday evening update on Salem news

Good evening, Salem.

Money to buy new library books, the Eco Earth globe renovation and downtown police were among the issues that came up during Salem’s city budget committee meeting yesterday.

It’s the first gathering since City Manager Krishna Namburi put forward her budget proposal last week. Namburi’s budget is largely status quo, but proposes four new police officers split between a downtown team and a drug-focused unit.

Committee members were largely focused on asking questions and a broad overview of the document and didn’t make any decisions. They’ll keep meeting regularly in the coming weeks to fine-tune Namburi’s proposal before it heads to the city council for a vote.

We’ll keep a close eye on the process and let you know what to expect for your pocketbook and the city services you use.

Here’s some of today’s news. Head to our website anytime for the latest in Salem.

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School district leaders want earlier state data to avoid unexpected budget cuts

Salem-Keizer Superintendent Andrea Castañeda is among 11 school district leaders calling on the state education department to share financial information earlier in the school year so districts can budget accurately.…

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South Salem health career club organizes fun run as students prepare for national competition

A South Salem club that supports future health care workers is having its biggest fundraiser yet to help send two students to a national competition where they will compete in…

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Salem chamber music group celebrates 10 years raising money for music education

Project Chamber Music: Willamette Valley is holding a spring concert Friday, April 17, in Newberg to raise funds to support music lessons and summer camp for Salem and Keizer students.…

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Federal judge sides with Oregon Right to Life in abortion insurance coverage case

Keizer-based Oregon Right to Life can’t be required to provide abortion insurance coverage for its employees, a federal judge ruled. To comment on this story, use the form at the…

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School district leaders want earlier state data to avoid unexpected budget cuts

South Salem health career club organizes fun run as students prepare for national competition

Salem chamber music group celebrates 10 years raising money for music education

Federal judge sides with Oregon Right to Life in abortion insurance coverage case

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