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Salem-Keizer, Oregon Public School Enrollment Climbs in 2005-06 School Year

The largest areas of growth came in the Portland suburbs, in Salem, and in Bend.

(Salem) - State Schools Superintendent Susan Castillo announced Monday that the total number of Oregon elementary and secondary students enrolled in public schools has increased sharply since last year.

According to Oct. 1st, 2005 counts reported by school districts, Oregon has 559,228 students in public schools – an increase of 6,889 since last year (1.2%). State population forecasts had predicted an increase of less than 1%.

Be Aware! ODOT Construction Update for Marion, Polk and Yamhill Counties

Salem-News.com Mid-Valley Traffic Report

(Salem) - The Oregon Department of Transportation wants you to Be Aware! of mid-valley road construction projects that MAY delay your commute. PLEASE make a note of these projects, and if your commute takes you through one of these work-zones allow extra travel time and PLEASE SLOW DOWN! for the safety of those working on these projects.

I-5: N. Santiam – Kuebler Boulevard (Salem)

(I-5 exit 253 to exit 249 – South Salem)

Drivers should watch for roadside construction work on Interstate 5 around the clock, nighttime lane closures on I-5, and detours for local streets and roads.

Expect lane and shoulder closures on I-5.

Op-Ed: State Remains Sovereign: Brooks-Belching Pollutes Oregon Air

(Salem) - Recent statements --private, internal and public-- by the Marion County Commissioners make clear their intention to UNCAP the already-belching Brooks incinerator:
When infectious hospital wastes from other states are offered the Brooks incinerator remains ready-and-willing.

Their decision to "table" immediate action after the flawed Sears analysis --summarizing also-flawed group process of SWMAC-- was a foregone conclusion.
Only time and incident-surround are now left unstated.

Last Chance to Give Input on Salem-Keizer School District Budget

(Salem) - The public has one last chance to provide feedback on the 2006-07 budget parameters and to get more information on the Salem-Keizer School District`s current budget.

A public forum is set for 6:30 PM on Wednesday, March 1st at North Salem High School.

Baker Charter School Spring Admissions Are Under Way

As a public school, Baker Charter School does not charge tuition, making it an attractive and accessible option for any student in the Salem-Keizer School District.

(Salem) - Baker Charter School, which is the newest charter elementary school in the Salem-Keizer School District, is beginning its spring admissions events.

School Boundary Changes Proposed For West Salem Elementary Students

If approved, boundary and school assignment changes would be effective for the 2006-07 school year

(Salem) - An upcoming community forum will discuss proposed elementary school attendance area boundary changes needed to address crowding and continuing growth from new development in West Salem.

The forum will be held Tuesday, February 21st at 6:30 PM in the West Salem High School library.

Do Jump! Extremely Physical Theater makes a debut appearance at Salem Public LibDo Jump! Extreme

The company has toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada, including recent runs at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. and New York City's New Victory Theater.

(Salem) - Do Jump! Extremely Physical Theater makes a debut appearance at Salem Public Library this month.

This Portland-based company has created a provocative blend of dance, acrobatics, aerial work, humor, and original music that celebrates creativity and community.

DA Releases More Information in Death of Man Involved in Police Pursuit

Incident began with an early morning traffic stop in Wilsonville, and ended in an apparent self-inflicted fatal gunshot near the Silverton city line.

(Salem) - Investigators from the Oregon State Police, the Marion County Sheriff's Office and the Keizer Police Department continue to investigate the death of a man who they say shot himself on Highway 214 west of Silverton following a lengthy police chase early Tuesday morning. The deceased man has been identified as 35-year old Anthony James Solich of Eugene.

School Exclusions Begin Wednesday

Oregon state law requires that all children enrolled in school or childcare facilities be up to date on their immunizations, this protects them and those around them from potentially serious diseases.

(Salem) - Wednesday is the day children will be excluded from attendance if parents do not complete the needed forms showing that their children have had the required vaccines or been exempted.

Marion County Revitalizes Gang Graffiti Abatement Program

Officials say that it is essential that law enforcement and citizens work together to combat the growing problem of graffiti

(Salem) - Good News was announced Tuesday in the fight against gang graffiti in Marion County.
Through a partnership with Marion County Businesses and agencies, the Marion County Sheriff`s Office has revamped its gang graffiti abatement program to more effectively address the ongoing gang graffiti problem in Marion County.