Your Friday evening update on Salem news
Good evening, Salem.
It’s looking increasingly likely the federal government will shut down at midnight Sunday, when Congressional funding for most federal work expires.
That means many federal workers will go without a paycheck. About 1,500 Salemites, or 2% of the city’s workforce, are employed by the federal government.
If you’re not a federal employee, the impacts likely won’t be immediate. We break down what to expect in our story below.
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About 1,500 federal employees work in Salem, and many will go without pay starting Sunday if Congress can’t reach a deal on a spending bill. Federally funded programs serving Oregonians…
29 Sep 2023
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About 1,500 federal employees work in Salem, and many will go without pay starting Sunday if Congress can’t reach a deal on a spending bill. Federally funded programs serving Oregonians…
29 Sep 2023
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“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” starts Friday, Sept. 29, and runs through Oct. 21 at the Pentacle Theatre.
29 Sep 2023
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“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” starts Friday, Sept. 29, and runs through Oct. 21 at the Pentacle Theatre.
29 Sep 2023
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Rep. Jeff Helfrich, R-Hood River, takes over for Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson, R-Prineville.
29 Sep 2023
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Rep. Jeff Helfrich, R-Hood River, takes over for Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson, R-Prineville.
29 Sep 2023
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Salem’s events calendar this weekend includes a roller derby bout, an international skateboarding contest and a last opportunity to visit some art shows.
28 Sep 2023
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Salem’s events calendar this weekend includes a roller derby bout, an international skateboarding contest and a last opportunity to visit some art shows.
28 Sep 2023
ATTEND THE TOWN HALL
A Town Hall open and free to the public will explore issues around Salem’s new wage tax. Salem Reporter is hosting the event Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the Elsinore Theatre at 6 p.m.. Voters will get a chance to decide whether the tax stays in November.
Hear from supporters and opponents, get facts about city spending. Salem Reporter journalists will question panelists. GET YOUR FREE TICKETS HERE.
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