Bill Holmstrom, a state planner with experience in transportation, was appointed to the board and approved by a Senate committee last month.
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Student environmentalists hosting festival honoring the Oregon oak this weekend
This will be the group’s first “Oak Fest,” a three-day event honoring and providing activities related to the Oregon oak.
Salem-Keizer offering more pay for substitute teachers in light of need
With the new financial incentive structure, substitutes for the district can make up to $1,200 extra this school year, on top of their regular hourly pay.
Salem resident killed in I-5 car crash Friday afternoon
There was one vehicle involved in the crash.
Marion County dog shelter consistently at critical capacity with lost dogs in need
Pandemic shortages in vet care and a reduction in spay and neuter surgeries for dogs are combining to create more dog overpopulation, according to the shelter’s manager.
Salem Kroc Center to hold free Family Fair Saturday
The fair will include fun activities such as pony rides, swimming, live music and more.
Marion County public health urges caution due to rabid bat
The bat was tested on Monday, Sept. 26, at the Oregon State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and was found to have rabies, according to a press release.
Community holds vigil to mourn loss of local teen
Hundreds gathered at West Salem High School Tuesday night to mourn the loss of junior Serena Brenneman.
Salem chocolatier celebrates a year of its sweet vegan treats
Chomp! Chocolate was honored with an award from economic development group SEDCOR, and is celebrating its first anniversary this weekend.
Police, community seeking information on missing West Salem teen
Police and the community seeking a Salem teen has not been seen by his family since a football game at West Salem High School on Sept. 16.
