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Most speakers pushed back on PGE's proposed 4.8% rate hike at a state meeting

If you pay a PGE bill, more than a dozen people spoke at a Nov. 10 Oregon Public Utility Commission meeting on the company's request. PGE wants to raise overall rates 4.8% and residential rates 3.

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PGE's proposal would raise large data center rates the most

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Overall4.8%
Residential3.9%
Large data centers7.7%

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RoadsOregon's gas tax revenue is down 2.2% this year, ODOT saysOregon's gas tax money is shrinking. The Oregon Department of Transportation says motor fuel tax revenue is down 2.2% in the first nine months of 2026 compared with the same stretch last year. Gas use in the state peaked in 2018 and has slipped since.Today’s editionRead City HallSalem City Council delays its vote on a rule that could block the Mill Creek data centerSalem City Council hit pause Monday night on a vote that could block Verrus' Oakline at Mill Creek AI data center. After more than two hours of testimony on Nov. 9, councilors voted 7-0 to close the public hearing and keep the written record open. City Attorney Dan Atchison proposed the delay to give councilors time with a large amount of written testimony.Wednesday’s editionRead SchoolsSalem-Keizer families push back as the district weighs closing six elementary schoolsIf your kid goes to Brush College, Candalaria, Cummings, Englewood, Liberty or Richmond, the clock is ticking. Salem-Keizer Public Schools has recommended closing all six at the end of the 2026-27 school year, and the school board's final vote is slated for Dec. 8.Wednesday’s editionRead SchoolsSalem-Keizer leaders say the district will look to close middle schools in the next few yearsIf you've got kids in Salem-Keizer schools, here's the heads-up: the district is looking at more closures down the road. Chief Operations Officer Paul Odenthal told the Salem Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Nov. 9, that the district will look to close middle schools in the next few years as its current smaller elementary classes move into secondary school.Tuesday’s editionRead HealthOregon wins another $197.3 million to expand rural healthcare accessOregon has been awarded about $197.3 million for the second year in a row for rural healthcare, the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced. The money comes through the Rural Health Transformation Program. The Oregon Health Authority says the first round supported more than 300 organizations, including rural hospitals, health clinics and community mental health programs.Tuesday’s editionRead City HallSalem and Marion County will appeal after a judge declines to stop the Detroit Lake drawdownA federal judge on Wed., Nov. 4 denied Salem's and Marion County's request to halt the Army Corps' deep drawdown of Detroit Lake. Judge Mustafa Kasubhai wrote that "possibility" is not "likelihood," and that the law requires showing harm is likely. Marion County will appeal right away to the Ninth Circuit, and the county and city have announced their plans.Sunday’s editionRead

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  • School closuresSalem-Keizer's chief operations officer, Paul Odenthal, told the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Nov.

    Salem-Keizer's chief operations officer, Paul Odenthal, told the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Nov. 9, that the district expects to consider middle school closures in the next several years. About 2,300 kindergartners are entering the district, compared with roughly 3,300 graduating seniors.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 1430 KYKN

  • School boardAt least 30 community members were kept out of the Nov.

    At least 30 community members were kept out of the Nov. 10 Salem-Keizer School Board meeting when the boardroom hit capacity minutes in. Many had signed up to testify against school closures.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Salem Reporter

  • Free preschoolA new free program, Preschool at the Seymour Center, is already recruiting families and aims to open in January.

    A new free program, Preschool at the Seymour Center, is already recruiting families and aims to open in January. The Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties runs it.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Salem Reporter

  • Veterans DayMore than 100 people gathered at the state Capitol Wednesday for the state's official Veterans Day ceremony.

    More than 100 people gathered at the state Capitol Wednesday for the state's official Veterans Day ceremony. The event included a military flyover, a ceremonial wreath laying and the national anthem. Gov. Tina Kotek was among those on hand.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Oregon Public Broadcasting, Salem Reporter, KGW

  • Chávez ElementaryThe Oregon Department of Education presented the Hòa Nguyễn Equity Impact Award to east Salem's Chávez Elementary at a Nov.

    The Oregon Department of Education presented the Hòa Nguyễn Equity Impact Award to east Salem's Chávez Elementary at a Nov. 10 ceremony. The school was recognized for improving student attendance.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Salem Reporter

  • SNAP checksThe Oregon Department of Human Services will check income on existing SNAP cases over the next few months.

    The Oregon Department of Human Services will check income on existing SNAP cases over the next few months. It will also start asking for proof of housing and utility costs when people apply or renew, and some households will get notices asking for more information.

    Around Oregon · Today’s editionSource: KEZI

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    Today, Oregon celebrated veterans with a state ceremony in Salem to honor their service and their sacrifice.

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  7. Central Oregon Daily13 hours ago

    Oregon warns transportation cuts could increase traffic deaths, cut public transit

    Oregon transportation officials say the state's funding crisis could have far-reaching impacts, including transit cuts, stalled construction projects and the elimination of passenger rail service. A workgroup appointed by Gov. Tina Kotek is now weighing options to close the budget gap.

  8. KEZI13 hours ago

    Mapleton logger named Oregon Operator of the Year

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    DHS Theatre presents Neil Simon’s ‘Fools’

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Daily Salemto me · Thurs., Nov. 126:00 a.m.

PGE wants a 4.8% rate hike, and Oregon's gas tax money is shrinking

Plus, Salem-Keizer leaders warn more school closures could be ahead.

The TLDR

  1. Most speakers push back on PGE's 4.8% rate request
  2. Oregon gas tax revenue is down 2.2% in 2026
  3. Salem-Keizer warns more school closures may come
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