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Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek nixes plans to expand first lady’s role after pushback
After weeks of criticism from within and outside her office and the departure of key staff, Gov. Tina Kotek is abandoning plans to expand first lady Aimee Kotek Wilson’s role in the office. Kotek announced her change of heart in a statement Wednesday and answered questions from reporters during an afternoon news conference, repeatedly apologizing […] The post Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek nixes plans to expand first lady’s role after pushback appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Salem looking for ways to save Movies at the Park, First Friday concerts
The proposed budget before the Salem Budget Committee contains several cuts due to the multimillion-dollar deficit in the city's general fund. The cuts are anticipated to have a big impact on parents, kids and parkgoers. Come summer, Movies at the Park, First Friday concerts and Kids Relays would no longer...
Meet the Oregon winners of the $1.3 billion Powerball lottery jackpot
The winners of the last month's $1.3 billion Powerball have been revealed. Cheng "Charlie" Saephan represented a trio of winners Monday afternoon at Oregon Lottery headquarters in Salem, reading a statement and answer questions from the media. Saephan and his friend Laiza Chao went in together on the winning ticket. Saephan said he is...
Prep roundup: Kennedy and North Marion/Gervais baseball clinch tenth consecutive victories
The 2A/1A No. 7 Trojans rattled off four runs in the opening inning to ultimately route Salem Academy 10-1 at home on Wednesday, May 1, and secure their tenth consecutive victory. Kennedy managed nine hits and six RBIs in the outing. Senior Brody Kleinschmit led the team with two hits and two RBIs, while Colby Rich and Rylee Walker added two hits each. Brody Panuke finished with one hit and one RBI. ...
30 taco vendors set for Northwest Taco Fest at Riverfront Park in Salem: What to know
Northwest Taco Fest has officially announced its taco vendor and live performance lineup. The family-friendly event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Riverfront Park on Saturday. Live performances will be offered throughout the day and will each last an hour. The lineup includes Son De Cuba, Pedro...
West Salem boys basketball coach Travis Myers steps down after eight seasons
After eight years at the helm of the West Salem boys basketball program, Travis Myers will not continue as the Titans' head coach next season. Myers, who went 140-70 during his tenure with West Salem, said he made the decision earlier this spring to "pursue other opportunities in the basketball space." ...
Air Force veteran, former city councilor vie for Republican nomination in Oregon’s 4th Congressional District
A lawyer and Air Force veteran and a marketing consultant and former Keizer city councilor are vying for the Republican nomination to represent Oregon’s 4th Congressional District in the May 21 primary. Monique DeSpain has no previous elected experience, though she’s worked in recent years as a lawyer for...
Openings, closings: Cafe Brarlin, La Familia Cider, 5 Star Donuts, Sewell Sweets
In Restaurant Roundup, Em Chan shares some local restaurants' latest updates. Have a question about a restaurant you'd like Chan to look into? You can send her your inquiries atechan@gannett.com. Cafe Brarlin. Cafe Brarlin in Independence is closed after almost eight months in business. Owner Alice Kollinzas and her husband,...
Portland man arrested on numerous charges after alleged fight with Albany police
ALBANY, Ore. – A Portland man is facing numerous charges including attempted murder, unlawful use of a weapon and resisting arrest after allegedly fighting with several Albany police officers at a motel early in the morning on Friday. According to an affidavit signed by an Albany Police Department officer,...
DCSO: Armed fugitive arrested at Cascade Village Shopping Center Friday
A man from Turner, Oregon, considered armed and dangerous was arrested after his car was pinned at the Cascade Village Shopping Center on Friday evening, Deschutes County Sheriff officials said. DSCO said they were contacted around 2:30 p.m. by the US Marshals Service about a wanted man, 38 year old...
Jefferson Fire District says it will have to cut water rescue patrols if levy fails again
In November 2023, voters in the Jefferson Fire District rejected a proposed operations levy increase. The district is again asking voters to pass the annual levy of 81 cents per $1,000 of assessed value in the May 21 election. If the levy fails this time, the result will be cuts...
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