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Wednesday, September 11th, 2024
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Oregon funeral home removed a large U.S. flag from its 9/11 display after complaints about it improperly touching the ground. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Women at the Well Grace House in Salem plans to expand by adding a new dormitory to accommodate more women transitioning from homelessness or incarceration, enhancing its capacity and services. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Street closures on High Street near Bush's Pasture Park are scheduled from Wednesday to Sunday due to the Salem Art Fair & Festival, affecting traffic and providing exclusive access for vendors. Statesman Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mt. Angel Oktoberfest in Oregon offers a celebration of German culture with over 35 beers, 40 food vendors, live entertainment, and shuttle services, catering to beer lovers and families alike. Statesman Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oregon schools to receive $11.5 million from the U.S. Department of Education, potentially rising to $57 million, to enhance literacy among students. Salem Reporter
- ➤ The Salem-Keizer School Board is set to vote on a legislative agenda to urge Oregon lawmakers to increase school funding and cut back on unfunded mandates, alongside adopting an equity and antiracism resolution. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon upgrades its disaster response capabilities with advanced evacuation software from Genasys Inc., covering all 36 counties and nine Tribes to enhance efficiency in emergencies. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Salem city councilors unanimously approved a $10,000 allocation from the general fund for community engagement to assess support for a potential property tax increase aimed at avoiding budget cuts. Salem Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new clinic in Salem treats opioid addiction with medication-assisted treatment and counseling, aiming to fill a gap in Oregon's underserved areas. Salem Reporter
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