The city’s only food bank has seen an increase in demand as pandemic food stamp benefit increases have ended.
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Stay cool during hot weather this weekend
Temperatures are predicted to reach a near record-breaking 91 degrees this weekend, prompting a heat advisory for the region.
From Make Music Day to Hoopla, save the date for Salem’s summer events
Whether you’re an athlete, an art appreciator or just a fan of food trucks, there’s plenty to stay busy all summer.
LISTEN IN: Why $1 billion isn’t enough for running Salem-Keizer schools
ON THE RADIO: Listen to our journalists discuss the news of the day with Wendy Brokaw of Capital Community Media. TODAY: Billion-dollar budget for local schools, a downtown building surge and textbooks up for review.
Sumpter teacher builds community one note at a time
Bethea Gliebe was recently recognized as the Salem-Keizer School District’s music educator of the year.
Where to dance, craft and shop this Mother’s Day weekend
This weekend’s event calendar includes a maple festival, dance lessons and comedy shows.
Senators get a three-day break from floor sessions amid GOP-led walkout
Legislative leaders will have a three-day weekend to try to end the Republican-led walkout that has prevented the Senate from voting on bills for nine consecutive days. The Senate on Thursday failed to reach the two-thirds quorum needed to conduct business. Eighteen senators were present and 12 were absent, nine[Read More…]
Salem man arrested for murder of baby in 2022
Edward Casian, 25, is accused of killing his six-month-old baby after “a pattern and practice of assault and torture,” according to court records.
Oregon lifts COVID-19 vaccine requirements, other health measures as federal emergency ends
The state is asking people with COVID-19 to wait until one day after their fever breaks to be around other people instead of self-isolating for five days.
COLUMN: For those struggling in Salem, success can be found in surprising ways
COLUMN: For those on the streets or otherwise needing help in Salem, a success can be something different than traditional markers. Columnist Lynelle Wilcox describes what that success looks like.