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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

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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Yoga and Mimosas at Legacy Estate Vineyard

    Experience a relaxing all-levels yoga class by the lake, followed by community time with mimosas and other beverages available for purchase.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • 2024 Mt. Angel Oktoberfest Shuttle Service

    Experience convenient shuttle transportation to the Mt. Angel Oktoberfest from the OSFEC parking location, with organized schedules and safety guidelines in place.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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