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Neighborhood Association Hosting Candidates for Mayor, Marion County and Judicial Positions

(SALEM) - The South Gateway Neighborhood Association is inviting community members to learn more about nonpartisan candidates who will be on the May primary ballot.

Candidates for Salem mayor and municipal judge, Marion County assessor and circuit court judge will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and make a short statement.

1,000 Salem-Keizer Students Protest Immigration Reform

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(SALEM) - Over 1,000 Salem-Keizer high and middle school students walked out of their classes on Monday.

The students marched to the steps of the Oregon State Capitol to join together in a rally protesting a bill by the U.S. House cracking down on illegal immigration.

Salem-Keizer District spokesman Jay Remy says the students who left campus will face either detention or suspension in accordance with district's policy on unexcused absences or truancy.

Chemawa School Prepares for Spring Pow-Wow

An opportunity to support the Native American Youth groups at Chemawa Indian School happens May 5th and 6th.

(SALEM) - One of the most historic institutions in the Salem/Keizer area, the Chemawa Indian School, is preparing for its 122nd Spring Pow-Wow. Organizers like Crystal Boyd of the Chemawa School, say it is a fun time for all, `We are very excited. We expect around a thousand people, there are 440 students at the school alone.`

Independent News Network Premieres on Salem TV Station

(SALEM) - KWVT Salem is pleased to announce that INN News premieres this week on Salem's local station. The news program can be seen each weekday at 4:30 PM.

Led by an experienced anchor and national reporters, INN News provides a high-quality, nightly newscast
that includes up-to-the-hour national news, weather, and sports.

"INN News fits KWVT`s commitment to provide high quality independent news, information, and sports news for the Mid-Willamette Valley,` said Jeff Lyle President of INN.

Police Make Arrest in Salem Grocery Store Parking Lot Robberies

(SALEM) - Authorities in Salem have made an arrest in a string of robbery and kidnapping incidents that occurred last month in northeast Salem grocery store parking lots.

Lt. Bill Kohlmeyer says detectives arrested 18-year-old Miguel Angel Mendoza-Castro at his home on Friday.

Kohlmeyer says Mendoza-Castro approached his victims at the Lancaster Food-4-Less and at the Lancaster Grocery Outlet and demanded money.

National Public Health Week is April 3-9

(SALEM) - This is National Public Health Week, April 3rd-9th, and the Marion County Health Department is marking the occasion by pointing out some of the programs it conducts to protect the public's health.

BE AWARE ! Marion, Polk and Yamhill Counties State Highway Construction Update

Motorists are advised to BE AWARE! of certain ongoing road construction projects throughout Western Oregon.

(SALEM) - The Oregon Department of Transportation wants you to BE AWARE ! of road construction projects taking place this week in Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties.

Marion, Polk and Yamhill Counties State Highway Construction Update: March 18th-25th

(SALEM) - Highway officials say work on of highway projects are underway in Marion, Polk and Yamhill Counties. Watch for roadside construction work on I-5 around the clock with nighttime lane closures and detours for local streets and roads.

Marion County Fair Seeks Performers

(SALEM) - The casting call is going out for talented local groups to provide entertainment during the annual Marion County Fair. This year the fair runs July 13th-16th.

Singers, dancers, instrumentalists, jump-rope teams and baton twirlers are among those whose talents will be showcased.

Marion County Courthouse Repair Costs Now at $12 Million Dollars

Plans are to re-occupy the building starting in the basement and moving up floor by floor as repairs and upgrades are completed. Some employees are expected to begin setting up work spaces in May.

(SALEM) - Pinning down the costs of restoring the Marion County Courthouse has been difficult, say county officials. They say there are dozens of hard decisions about whether to clean and repair a large variety of materials or replace them.

Decisions are still being made, but as of Tuesday...