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ON THE AIR: Marion, Polk counties’ voter turnout a record for recent non-presidential primaries

The topic: Marion and Polk counties had their highest voter turnout for a non-presidential primary in the past decade following a last-minute ballots returned. Read the original story HERE. Federal pandemic relief funds Salem recently received will help fill a funding gap for a long-awaited housing project for chronically homeless residents[Read More…]

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ON THE AIR: How to get ready to vote in the May 17 primary

The topic: Ballots are headed out and Salem voters will decide on a new mayor, councilors and perhaps legislators. What you need to know is HERE. And we’ve also got some details on the new owners of beloved brunch spot Word of Mouth (story HERE). Today’s guest: Rachel Alexander, Salem Reporter’s[Read More…]

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ON THE AIR: New school policy on trans students is stirring controversy in Salem

The topic: The Salem-Keizer School District revised its policies on transgender students, updating what’s been in place already. But the change is prompting misinformation and complaints. Read the original story HERE. An archeological dig in Salem isn’t quite an Indiana Jones adventure, but fascinating nonetheless (that story HERE). Fentanyl is becoming[Read More…]