Your Wednesday evening update on Salem news

Good evening, Salem.

Gov. Tina Kotek has ordered flags across the state flown at half-staff in honor of former Senate President Peter Courtney, who died Tuesday of complications from cancer.

Courtney, who represented Salem in the state Legislature for nearly 40 years, played a pivotal role in the rebuilding of Salem’s YMCA and many other projects around the city.

The order lasts through sunset on Thursday.

In city news, fire officials at noon lifted an outdoor burn ban for the city of Salem following a period of high-risk fire weather. Temperatures are expected to remain hot through the weekend, with highs in the high 80s and low to mid 90s.

Here’s some of today’s news. Find all our coverage anytime on our website.

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Council plans more discussion before pursuing tax or fee increases

City councilors on Monday questioned members of a volunteer revenue task force about options to address Salem’s budget deficit. The task force’s recommendations included a voter-approved levy and an income…

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Health officials confirm fourth measles case in Marion County

An unvaccinated Marion County child was diagnosed with measles Tuesday, health officials said. There are no known public exposures to the virus or links to three other Marion County children…

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Salem’s Ironman 70.3 draws 2,500 athletes, closing streets Sunday

On Sunday, July 21, Salem is hosting its fourth Ironman 70.3, which is expected to attract close to 7,500 athletes and spectators and bring in $11 million to the local…

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Community gun violence meeting Friday to focus on impact to Salem’s homeless community

A public forum on Friday, July 19, will ask community members to share their concerns and experiences with gun violence in Salem. The event, part of the city’s Community Violence…

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Council plans more discussion before pursuing tax or fee increases

Health officials confirm fourth measles case in Marion County

Salem’s Ironman 70.3 draws 2,500 athletes, closing streets Sunday

Community gun violence meeting Friday to focus on impact to Salem’s homeless community

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