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Thursday, October 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A civilian team in Marion County successfully addresses crisis incidents without police involvement, yet faces challenges in reaching more people due to low public awareness. Salem Reporter
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Around 2,300 homes in West Salem experienced a power outage after a construction vehicle accidentally pulled down a Salem Electric pole. Salem Reporter
- ➤ A car collision with Salem Electric equipment in West Salem led to a temporary power outage affecting 2,300 customers, with full restoration by evening. Statesman Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salem City Council will vote in November on a 4.5% utility rate increase for 2025 and 2026, potentially raising homeowner costs by about $5 monthly to cover operating expenses. Salem Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 1942, 47 patients at Oregon State Hospital died from eating poisoned scrambled eggs, initially suspected to be sabotage, leading to significant food safety reforms. Statesman Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Salem offers a variety of Halloween-themed activities from Oct. 24-30, including a masquerade ball, a Halloween bar crawl, and screenings of spooky movies. Salem Reporter
SHOP NEWS
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Banda MS and Special Guests Live Concert in Salem
Experience the vibrant sounds of Banda MS, Los 2 De La S, and Plan de Escape at The Pavilion in Salem, Oregon.
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Salem Community Markets Harvest Festival
Experience the vibrant Salem Community Markets featuring seasonal goods and Harvest Festival activities.
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Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat in Salem
Experience a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating from your car or bike, stopping at community partner booths for treats and festive fun.
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Halloween Gnome Paint Night at Flight Deck Restaurant & Lounge
Experience a creative Halloween-themed paint night where participants can personalize gnome paintings under expert guidance.
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Weekly Storytime with Crafts and Snacks
Experience an engaging morning filled with stories, crafts, and snacks at Barnes & Noble every Wednesday.
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Quilt Club Gathering in Salem
Experience a creative and inclusive gathering of quilting enthusiasts at the Craft Warehouse in Salem, where participants can share projects and discover new quilting treasures.
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Holiday Marketplace Festival at the Oregon State Fair
Experience a festive holiday celebration featuring over 140 vendors, door prizes, live performances, and special visits with Santa at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center.
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Salem Public Market
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a year-round market featuring local vendors every Saturday.
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MANDT Instructor and Shield/Pad Trainer Certification
Learn effective crisis and conflict de-escalation strategies to become a certified trainer for the MANDT system, enhancing workplace safety and support.
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Willamette Valley Street Rods Club Gathering
Experience camaraderie and automotive passion at the monthly meeting of the Willamette Valley Street Rods Club, where members gather for dinner and discussions.
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Building a Healthier, Wealthier and More Resilient Salem and Keizer: One Neighborhood at a Time
The Community, Business, and Education Leaders (CBEL) Collaborative has it's FREE gathering on November 7th, featuring a panel of local grassroot and grasstop leaders including three Neighborhood Family Council Chairs, Andrea Castañeda - SKSD Superintendent, Trevor Womack - Salem Police Chief, and Jessica Blakely - SHA Director of Development and Strategy. Register today to come join us with these grassroot and grasstop leaders for a collaborative panel discussion of what is going well and what better would look like for education, safety, and housing in Salem and Keizer!
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