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Thursday, August 15th, 2024
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salem begins $28.4 million upgrade project for two parks, part of broader enhancements across 24 local parks. Statesman Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster Drive NE in Salem was shut down after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, leading to hospitalization and traffic reroutes. Statesman Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Salem's week of Aug. 15-21 will feature activities including live music, history lessons, and an outdoor musical, suitable for all ages. Salem Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Salem-Keizer School District is enforcing a stricter cellphone ban in classrooms to enhance student engagement and reduce distractions, exploring new technologies for implementation. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon's legislative leaders unite across party lines to oppose Measure 118, a ballot initiative proposing higher corporate taxes to fund rebates for all state residents. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to appear on Oregon's ballots after the creation and certification of the 'We The People' party for his independent presidential run. Oregon Capital Chronicle
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas introduced a bill aimed at compensating farmworkers for lost earnings due to natural disasters and public health emergencies, emphasizing its importance during a meeting with Oregon farmworkers. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Marion County introduces RESTORE Court to divert low-level drug offenders towards recovery and restitution, launching in response to a state law re-criminalizing drug possession. Salem Reporter
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