Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salem neighborhood associations foster community engagement through events like Salem Seekers, National Night Out, and art installations, enhancing local connectivity and cultural enrichment. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Salem City Council appoints new members to the Community Police Review Board and Public Library Advisory Board, including a public health epidemiologist and two retired civil servants. Salem Reporter
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A major multi-vehicle crash closed eastbound lanes on Highway 22 near Salem, causing significant delays. Statesman Journal
- ➤ The Amity-Dayton Highway was shut down due to a semitruck crash, leading to traffic advisories and potential evening rush hour disruptions. Statesman Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 39-year-old man was arrested for firing a gun during a dispute outside a Dollar General in Mill City, with no injuries reported. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Salem Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding Fermin Flores, the suspect in a February 2023 shooting that resulted in one death and two injuries. Salem Reporter
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon environmental regulators accuse NW Natural of falsely claiming the state's carbon crediting program won't effectively reduce emissions. Oregon Capital Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon officials are reviewing hundreds of recommendations from Gov. Kotek's panel to reform Coffee Creek prison, aiming to improve inmate safety and accountability, despite concerns the efforts may fall short. Oregon Capital Chronicle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mia Strickland is actively recruiting high school girls for the Salem Snapping Turtles rugby team, buoyed by the sport's rising popularity and the U.S. women's recent Olympic success. Salem Reporter
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