Salem news — 2026-08
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Oregon’s Education Crisis Is Happening in Our Classrooms
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Oregon schools are being asked to meet growing academic, behavioral and student-support needs while the state remains billions of dollars below the funding…
Most Independence Parks Stay Closed as Funding Fee Heads to November Vote
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Most Independence city parks remain closed while voters decide whether a new monthly fee for parks, library and museum services should take effect….
Salem Housing Authority Moves Nine Properties Toward Habitat Transfer at 15% of Market Value
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point The Salem Housing Authority voted to seek federal approval to transfer nine publicly owned housing properties to Habitat for Humanity at 15% of…
Post-Summer Skin: Why Fall Is the Best Time to Reset
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Late summer and early fall can be a useful time to help skin recover from months of sun, heat, chlorine, sweat and changes…
Brooks Eyes 10-Year, $450,000 Water Deal With Chemeketa
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Brooks Community Service District is considering a 10-year agreement with Chemeketa Community College to purchase raw well water. Estimated Cost The agreement is…
Salem Veterans Stand Down to Bring 50+ Service Providers Downtown Sept. 2
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point The 2026 Mid-Willamette Valley Veteran’s Stand Down will bring more than 50 service providers together for a free event serving veterans and current…
Nordyke’s Fifth Cleanup Draws Volunteers to Cascades Gateway Park
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Mayor-elect Vanessa Nordyke joined volunteers for her fifth community garbage cleanup on Friday, Aug. 14, at Cascades Gateway Park. Who Participated Local volunteers…
Salem Remembers Mo Afshar, the Heart Behind DaVinci Ristorante
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Mo Afshar, the longtime owner of DaVinci Ristorante in downtown Salem, died at home Wednesday night, Aug. 19. More Than Three Decades in…
Marion County Challenges State Rules After Mental Health Workers Raise Safety Concerns
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Marion County filed a formal petition challenging state rules that local mental health workers say can leave residential treatment providers with too few…
Salem Faces $11 Million Annual Gap Just to Keep Streets From Getting Worse
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Main Point Salem estimates it needs about $11 million more each year just to keep its streets near their current “fair” condition. Road Conditions Are…