Willamette Wake-up

Salem’s Mayor-elect talks about the resignation of Councilor Daniel Benjamin, changes coming to downtown Salem and the issues he wants to get working on “right away” when he takes office.

Ed Dover discusses history and issues related to the electoral college system of voting in the U.S.

Jon Yoder interviews Ryan Kinnett the Community Relations Coordinator at the Gilbert House Children’s Museum about their facilities and programs.

Excerpts from Women’s Peace Vigil in Salem from Nov. 20. One woman’s response to 2016 presidential election. Audio compiled by Melanie Zermer.

Jon Yoder interviews Angela Obery from Salem Bike Boulevard Advocates regarding ways to make Salem more bike friendly for all riders.

Northwest Human Services has been providing residents of Marion and Polk counties with comprehensive medical, dental and mental health care for over 45 years.  Their programs are designed to maximize support for those in our community who need it most … Continue reading →

Michael Livingston reports on the circumstances giving rise to the indictment of Marion County Circuit Court Judge Vance Day on charges of official misconduct and aiding and abetting the crime of felon in possession of a firearm.

An interview with Deborah Topp and Brandin Krempasky of the City of Salem Public Works who explain the process and issues regarding Salem’s drinking water and the treatment of wastewater and stormwater.

An interview with Ray Temple of the Salem Audubon Society who shares projects and opportunities for those wishing to get out and enjoy our natural environment.

Michael Livingston reports on the eighth meeting (held November 7, 2016) of the Mid-Willamette Homeless Initiative Task Force and on Polk County’s withdrawal from the Task Force.