Your Friday evening update on Salem news

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Willamette University may have its roots in Salem but it continues branching out in Portland.

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The university is moving into a new Graduate & Professional Center in Portland’s Pearl District. The center is in the Ecotrust building at 721 N.W. 9th Ave. University officials plan a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26.

According to Willamette officials, the center will be home to classes for those working on master’s degrees in business administration, data science or computer science. About 85 students are expected this fall, according to the university.

The university’s College of Law will expand its immigration clinic at the Portland site and launch its immigrant justice scholars program.

“The program includes an immigration-specific curriculum, experiential learning opportunities, and a final immersive semester of clinic work in Portland,” the university said in announcing the new offering earlier this year.

The university’s Pacific Northwest College of Art is about two blocks from the new center. That college has about 500 students.

Willamette was founded in Salem in 1842 and started Portland operations in 2004.

A REMINDER...

A public service has been set for Derek Morganstern, the man who died recently while trying to rescue a woman from the Willamette River.

The Celebration of LIfe is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at Wallace Marine Park at the old boat ramp.

Here’s some of the news of the day. You can read all our latest coverage anytime on our website.

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City council discusses possible next steps to address budgetary shortfalls

Salem city councilors discussed next steps in addressing the city’s looming budget crisis – including polling likely voters to identify community priorities and conducting a review of the city’s financial…

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Marion County sees most measles cases in over 50 years

Marion County has recorded 20 cases of measles so far this year, according to Oregon Health Authority data. It’s the most the county has seen since 1973.

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Oregon State Fair adds new features to lineup

The Oregon State Fair returns on Friday, Aug. 23, with fair classics and new attractions. Here’s what to know about attractions, traffic changes in the area and ticket prices.

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City council discusses possible next steps to address budgetary shortfalls

Marion County sees most measles cases in over 50 years

Oregon State Fair adds new features to lineup

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