Thursday, September 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salem hosts a series of diverse events including a record-attended Pride in the Park, a family fair at the Kroc Center, and a professional rodeo competition. Salem Reporter
- ➤ The Cherriots Board of Directors initiates 'Heritage and History in Transit,' using bus wraps to educate and celebrate diverse cultures in Salem. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Friends of Felines opens a new low-cost wellness clinic to make veterinary care affordable and maintain the bond between cats and their owners. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Salem's Pride in the Park event, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with over 200 booths and activities, is set to take place at Riverfront Park. Statesman Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two killed in a head-on collision on Southeast Cordon Road, with Salem Police still investigating and no arrests made. Salem Reporter
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oregon's Bureau of Labor and Industries struggles to address worker claims due to a staffing shortage, leading to potential dismissal of hundreds of cases and a significant financial loss for workers. Statesman Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Salem High's Sofia Castellanos and McKay High's Kaiden Armstead join the Salem-Keizer School Board as student advisers to bridge communication between students and district leaders. Salem Reporter
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion County hosts a free summit to aid businesses in adopting sustainable practices while cutting costs. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Corrections proposes limiting prison mail to white paper and envelopes to stop drug contraband, inciting backlash over family communication restrictions. Salem Reporter
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Steven Curtis Chapman Concert
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2024 NPRA Rodeo Finals at Oregon State Fair
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Sunday Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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Salem Showdown Scavenger Hunt
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Quilt Club Gathering in Salem
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French Prairie Gardens Annual Sunflower Festival
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Maintaining Muscle Mass: A Healthy Aging Workshop
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High Yo Yoga Stretching Class
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