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Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Western Oregon University students and a campus director were honored with the American Red Cross Lifesaving Award for providing crucial immediate care to a boy who fell 40 feet at Smith Rock State Park. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Salem's community pulse: Engage with local neighborhood associations for activities ranging from beautifying projects to wrapping gifts for seniors, emphasizing the role residents play in enhancing community life. Salem Reporter
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The family of Travis Juetten, who was fatally stabbed in 2021, has filed a lawsuit against Marion County for failing to adequately supervise the suspect, leading to Juetten's death. Salem Reporter
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Salem City Manager Keith Stahley discusses the city's $17.7 million budget deficit and outlines potential solutions. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Judges in Oregon and Washington have halted the Kroger-Albertsons $24.6 billion merger over competition and customer impact concerns. Oregon Capital Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oregon faces a special education funding shortfall as existing state caps prevent schools from meeting the needs of nearly 80,000 students, prompting calls to legislators for increased funding. Oregon Capital Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal wildlife nonprofit awarded nearly $760,000 to Oregon to support western monarch butterfly habitat improvements amid a dramatic population decline, with a proposed listing of the species as threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salem City Council, in its final meeting of the year, voted unanimously to appoint city officials and renew a lodging tax for tourism funding. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Oregon lawmakers propose a $218 million funding package to settle $350 million in firefighting costs from a record-breaking 2024 wildfire season that affected over 1.9 million acres. Statesman Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Magic of Lights in Salem
Experience the holiday-themed light display at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center.
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The Nutcracker by the World Ballet Company
Experience the enchanting ballet 'Nutcracker' featuring a multinational cast of professional dancers and Tchaikovsky’s score at the Elsinore Theatre.
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Weekly Storytime at Barnes & Noble
This weekly event features engaging stories, crafts, and snacks for children and families.
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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings
This event features a unique musical experience with Christmas carols performed in a candlelit setting at the Grand Theater in Salem.
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The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
Experience a live performance featuring the Nathan Olsen Trio playing music from the classic television special A Charlie Brown Christmas.
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Magic of Lights - Salem
Experience a captivating display of lights at the Magic of Lights event in Salem.
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