Englewood Elementary in northeast Salem went into lockdown on Sept.
16 during pickup when police responded to a vehicle theft near 23rd Street and Windsor Avenue NE (officials confirmed the lockdown ended at 2:55 p.m. and that students and bus riders remained safe).
Kindergartners started the 2026-2027 school year yesterday at Four Corners Elementary School (breakfast was served for the students) as teachers welcomed them.
Auburn Elementary welcomed kindergarten students on Sept.
16 as teachers guided them through writing and dual language activities—marking an exciting start to the school year for new learners in Salem-Keizer Public Schools.
Salem food pantries have seen record-high visits as more than 70,000 Oregonians lost SNAP benefits, leading to higher demand and smaller food allocations per family.
Local nonprofit Food Share (serving 70 pantries) is urging food and monetary donations (donations can be dropped off downtown) to help meet growing needs.
Salem City Council approved up to $1,368,762 more in bond funding for Casa Loma’s affordable housing infrastructure near Corban University, raising its total commitment to nearly $4.37 million.
The project planned for 279 units — set to open in March 2028 — will leave about $5.1 million in the affordable housing fund.
A state report shows that Oregon placed foster children with relatives above the national average in February, May and July and stressed that relative placements help children stay connected to family.
New procedures (including a parent certification launched last August) and community partnerships are streamlining caregiver processes.
South Salem Ace Hardware celebrates its 20th anniversary with daily events in September — long-time employees and loyal customers mark the milestone with a white banner thanking Salem at the store.
Keizer City Council voted 5 & 2 on Tuesday, Sept.
8 to let Florida-based Sports Facilities Companies manage Keizer Little League Park and turf sports fields at Keizer Rapids Park after financial shortfalls and lost ballpark tournaments cost the city thousands. The decision shifts management responsibilities to improve revenue performance.
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