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(UPDATED) Life Changers Church Grand Opening Red Carpet Gala Event

Life Changers Mission Statement: To reach people through the love of Christ and build them up in faith to be victorious in life.

(SALEM) - Life Changers Metro Community Church of Salem and Keizer Grand Opening Red Carpet Gala takes place Saturday March 1, 2014, 5:00-6:00 PM at Life Changers Church, 210 Liberty St. SE, Salem, OR 97301.

The red carpet and inauguration and dedication service goes from 6:00-8:00 PM.

Salem PD SWAT Team Arrests Man in Stolen Motorcycle Case

At least one person was taken into custody.

(SALEM) - The Salem Police SWAT team served a search warrant Wednesday evening at a residence in the 2000 block of Trade Street SE as the result of an investigation concerning a suspected stolen motorcycle.

At about 5:30 PM, the SWAT team and several other police vehicles arrived on the scene. The police action closed the street and gave citizens much to be concerned about. 49-year old Anthony Salmons was taken into custody.

Salem and Mid Willamette Valley: Snow Closures and Delays

Salem-Keizer Sch. Dist.: Open and operating as usual on Tuesday Feb. 11th. (Effective tomorrow - Tue Feb 11th) UPDATE

(SALEM) - Public Works crews worked through the night removing snow and ice from major Salem streets.

Because primary routes are in improved condition the current chain or traction tire requirement will be changed to an advisory as of noon Sunday. Chains are still recommended. Many streets are still hazardous and chains or traction tires may be needed to travel them safely.

Detectives Searching for Wanted Suspects

Photos of some of Marion County's most wanted suspects...

(SALEM) - The Marion County Sheriff's Office has released a set of photographs providing information about wanted suspects. Charges include Rape and Sex Abuse, Criminal Mistreatment, Assault and Manslaughter.

According to a press release: "As a commitment to crime victims, the Marion County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Unit is asking for the public's help in capturing sus pects who have fled to avoid prosecution."

Salem to be in National Spotlight

C-SPAN to reveal Salem history and highlight authors during week-long visit

(SALEM) - Mayor Anna Peterson, Comcast and the Willamette Heritage Center will welcome C-SPAN to Salem on Tuesday, February 4 at the Willamette Heritage Center Mill as they kick off a visit to record and feature the city’s history and literary life.

At Tuesday’s event, C-SPAN representatives will reveal the stories and segments that will be explored by the national network during their week-long stay. During their time in Salem, C-SPAN representatives will also conduct community and educational outreach.

Salem Police Seek Robbery Suspect

No weapon was displayed; however, he indicated he was armed. No one was injured during the incident.

(SALEM) - An unidentified male suspect entered the 7-11 Store located at 1690 Market St NE Wednesday evening at about 7:00 PM and robbed it of an undisclosed amount of cash.

The suspect is described as a white male, 25-40 years of age, 5'08" to 5'10", 170 to 190 pounds, bald head, dark colored goatee, wearing a grey down jacket with a plaid shirt underneath, faded blue jeans, and black tennis shoes.

Anonymous - #Operation Safe Winter in Salem (VIDEO)

What #OPSAFEWINTER hopes to accomplish is a more forgiving system for the most challenged around the world who do not have any place to go.

(SALEM) - Last Sunday in Salem, a group of people from many different backgrounds joined together in solidarity with other communities in what is called "OPPSAFEWINTER".

"OPPSAFEWINTER" is an idea supported by people who want to help others in need, as well as supporters of the Global Community known as Anonymous.

D.A. Davidson & Co. opens New Office in Salem

Regional firm continues record of growth across Oregon.

(GREAT FALLS, Mont.) - D.A. Davidson & Co., the largest full-service investment firm based in the Northwest, today announced that it has opened a new office in Salem, Ore., as part of its continued growth in the state. The new office is in the Capitol Center in downtown Salem, at 388 State St., Suite 604.

"We are very pleased to continue to expand D.A. Davidson’s commitment to truly personalized service by offering our service in another Oregon city," said Jim Kerr, president of D.A. Davidson’s Individual Investor Group and of Davidson Companies. "Salem is a great fit for us, and we look forward to working with the residents of this important community.”

Sexual Groper in Salem Strikes More Than Two Dozen Times

"Please report any and all suspicious activity to the police department," said public information officer Lt. Dave Okada, "and pass along these tips to your family, friends, and co-workers."

(SALEM) - Since late October, a string of incidents have occurred in the Salem area involving a suspect grabbing women in a sexual manner.

So far, 14 incidents have been reported to area law enforcement and the Salem Police Department would like to remind residents of the personal actions they can take to keep themselves safe.

Human Skulls Found At Marion Recycling Center (PHOTOS)

As it turns out, the skulls were reportedly found by Frank Shriver, of North Bend, Oregon who passed away in 1991, while prospecting for gold in the Philippines, just prior to the Japanese invasion of World War II.

(SALEM) - When workers at the Mari on Recycling Center Incorporated, located in the 3600 block of Brooklake Road NE, dumped out a cardboard box and prepared it to be recycled, the last thing they expected to fall out were two human skulls.

But when they did, it brought plant operations to a halt and generated a response from the Marion County Sheriff's Office and the Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office.