Good evening, Salem.

Watch out for a long-lasting road closure in south Salem starting Monday.

A section of Southeast Wiltsey Road, starting at Southeast Battle Creek Road, will close Monday for the construction of a roundabout and a new overpass crossing Interstate 5. The construction is part of the Oregon Department of Transportation’s project to widen I-5.

The road closure will last up to nine months, ODOT said in a Facebook post, as workers bring in materials to reconstruct the intersection and new roundabout. Battle Creek Road will stay open during the construction and drivers can detour around the closure by taking Southeast 36th Avenue to Kuebler Boulevard.

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

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Two top airport officials resign days after Avelo announces it will cease service in Salem

City officials say two veteran employees managing the Salem Airport are leaving but have provided no explanation for the departures. The announcement followed by days word that Avelo Airlines was…

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Salem councilors staying mum in instances, fearing ethics trouble

Salem city officials are temporarily avoiding neighborhood association meetings and other engagements out of fear they might inadvertently participate in illegal serial communications. The concern stems from a recent Oregon…

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Mechanical wonders to be featured during Great Oregon Steam-Up

The Powerland Heritage Park will host its annual showcase of antique cars, imported trolleys and steam-powered logging machines over two weekends, July 26-27 and Aug. 2-3.

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What to do in Salem from July 24-30: Hoopla, Great Oregon Steam-Up, Willamette play

Events in Salem this week include the Great Oregon Steam-Up, a summer night market and Salem’s annual basketball tournament, Hoopla.

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