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Thursday, October 10th, 2024
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers, who began his law enforcement career at 18 and served as sheriff from 2009 to 2019, passed away at 56 after a battle with cancer. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Salem Police Department will disband its community engagement and crisis response units by Jan. 1, 2025, due to staffing shortages, impacting its downtown presence and ability to address behavioral health crises. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Capital Manor in West Salem unveiled a monument honoring veterans and first responders, with speeches from local leaders including the Mayor and State Rep. Statesman Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State-released data reveals that most Salem students are underperforming in reading and math compared to pre-pandemic levels, with efforts underway to address these challenges. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Oregon's House District 22, incumbent Tracy Cramer and challenger Lesly Muñoz both prioritize education funding but have divergent views on homelessness, gang violence, and educational approaches. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Oregon county clerks have inactivated ballots for mistakenly registered potential noncitizens, ensuring election integrity. Statesman Journal
- ➤ In the 2024 Marion County sheriff election, incumbent Nick Hunter and Deputy Stacy Rejaian compete, marking the county's first contested sheriff race in 26 years, with focus on addressing violence, staffing shortages, and community engagement. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Health Authority provided over 10,000 air conditioners and air filters to vulnerable populations in Oregon to combat health issues caused by extreme summer weather in 2024. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Health Authority unveiled a dashboard tracking the addition of 465 behavioral health treatment beds in Oregon by 2026, highlighting a critical strategy for addressing statewide treatment capacity needs. 1430 KYKN
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2024 Fall Junk Hunt - Curated Vintage Market
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Samhain Celtic New Year Festival
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Yoga and Mimosas at Eola Hills Wine Cellars
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Ana Huang's Book Release Celebration - The Striker
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