Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.
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🏘️ Community
Salem's warming shelters, set to open due to below-freezing temperatures, will offer overnight accommodation and hot meals to unsheltered individuals and their pets.
Simply Birthdays, co-founded by Laura Perez and Sheronne Blasi, has grown to celebrate birthdays for nearly 500 children in Salem shelters, fostering normalcy and joy amid hardship.
🚨 Crime
Former Salem police sergeant Dustin Wann was found not guilty of DUI charges by a state judge after a bench trial; an earlier trial had ended in a hung jury.
David James D. Alexander was arrested on charges related to the death of a man discovered after an apartment fire in Salem, with the death ruled as homicide.
🌲 Environment
Oregon enacts new recycling regulations to streamline processes, enforce producer fees for packaging waste, and enhance recycling services for multi-family buildings starting summer 2025.
🏛️ Government
Salem City Council will decide on settling a $65,000 workers' compensation claim and a $75,000 discrimination lawsuit totaling $140,000 from former employees.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek proposes a $39.3 billion budget focusing on housing, homelessness, and education, with significant investments in maintaining current services amid budgetary constraints.
🏥 Health
Federal officials are probing a salmonella outbreak tied to cucumbers, affecting 68 individuals across 19 states, leading to a recall by Arizona's SunFed Produce.
🎉 Salem Events
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Winter Wreath Making Workshop at Studio 22 Salem
Participants ages 12 and older can create a festive winter wreath to decorate their homes, guided by an experienced instructor in a cozy, accessible workshop setting.
Magic of Lights in Salem
Experience a spectacular light display at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center on December 6, 2024.
Salem Etsy Team Holiday Market
Experience a festive holiday market featuring over 150 vendors offering handmade goods, gifts, and activities for families, including an appearance by Santa.
71st Annual SnoBall Mid-Willamette Valley Dance
SnoBall involves more than a dozen high schools in the Mid-Valley. Typically, about 1,500 to 2,000 students attend. SnoBall used to be a Sadie Hawkins-style ball where girls were the ones who asked their dates. Today, anyone can ask anyone to the dance.
Sunday Storytime for Kids
This weekly event at Barnes & Noble features storytelling, crafts, and snacks for children.
Magic of Lights at Oregon State Fair
Experience a festive display of lights and holiday ambiance at the Magic of Lights event in Salem.
Wednesday Storytime
Enjoy a morning of stories, crafts, and snacks at Barnes & Noble in Salem, Oregon.
Girl Named Tom Live at Elsinore Theatre
Girl Named Tom, a trio of siblings who made history by winning NBC's The Voice, will perform live, showcasing their harmonious talent.
Peak Harvest: A Communal Feast
Join us at Bryn Mawr Vineyards for a festive, family-style wine and food pairing that celebrates the rich community spirit that brings us together this time of year.
9th Annual Capitol City Showcase - Youth Basketball Tournament
The Capitol City Showcase is a youth basketball tournament for boys and girls in grades 4-8, featuring multiple divisions and a $200 gift card for division champions.
2024 Salem Holiday Market Plant Clinic
The event features MCMGA volunteers providing plant clinic services at the Salem Holiday Market, offering assistance and educational resources to the public while promoting local holiday shopping.
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