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Gymnastics fans alongside Jordan Chiles took a swipe at (OSU) Oregon State University for hosting the Corvallis regionals with inadequate conditions. The Corvallis regionals were held at the Gill Coliseum on Sunday by Oregon State. No. 4 UCLA, No. 5 Alabama gymnastics, No. 12 Utah, and No. 13 Minnesota competed in the final round of the Corvallis Regional. The OSU squad finished third in the first session of...

Emma Keen wants people to know she’s not really a sad person, at least not completely. Keen, a high school junior at Oregon School for the Deaf in Salem, was recently crowned the state’s 2026 Poetry Out Loud champion. She chose to recite “Low-Tide," by Edna St. Vincent...

MARION COUNTY, OR — The Oregon State Police (OSP) announced Friday morning that 28-year-old Maria Kilmer, who had been the subject of an intense missing person investigation, has been located safe and unharmed. Maria Linda Jade Kilmer had been missing since the evening of March 28, 2026, after her...

SALEM, Ore. — Two popular Salem park playgrounds will close beginning Monday, April 13, as the city begins improvement projects aimed at upgrading play areas for families and children. At Riverfront Park, the playground will shut down for a full replacement project. Dalke Construction, the general contractor for the...

Federal agents arrested two people at the Marion County courthouse on March 26, including a 39-year-old man taken into custody on a federal warrant.

Marion County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid openings for folks who like hands-on work and quality-driven environments. Whether you’re after a steady full-time role or flexible part-time hours, there’s something here for you.

McMinnville is a historic town in Oregon’s Willamette Valley and one of the best places to base yourself if you want to explore the famous wine region. With a population of 35,000, McMinnville is big enough to have all the services you’ll need, all while maintaining small-town charm.

Looking to spruce up your yard or workshop? There are some great free items available right now in Woodburn — from garden plants to unique parts and decor pieces. A Vanilla Strawberry hydrangea bush is up for grabs in Woodburn Estates & Golf. It’s been pruned down and ready for replanting — you just need to dig it up...

Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? Salem neighbors are giving away all kinds of free items this week — from home gym equipment to craft supplies and even a friendly cat looking for a new home.

Oregon State's women's track and field team achieved significant milestones at three California meets, showcasing impressive athletic performances. The Beavers notched 24 personal bests over the weekend, with standout athletes competing at the Stanford Invitational, Mike Fanelli Distance Carnival, and Brutus Hamilton...