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🌱 What did Salem’s council hopefuls promise on housing and city revenue?

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In today's newsletter:

  • What did Salem's council hopefuls promise on housing and city revenue?
  • Rabid skunk confirmed in Salem neighborhood: what you should do now
  • What Salem's newest council member plans to bring to City Hall

Also on today's calendar: Heartland Marimba Quartet Concert and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 68.
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 70 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Candidates for Salem city council talk affordable housing, city revenue at Kiwanis forum (roanoke.com) — Salem voters are hearing directly from five candidates vying for two City Council seats as they debate city finances, youth programs, and affordable housing at a Kiwanis forum in the Salem Civic Center. The discussion, alongside recent leadership changes on council, will help shape how the city tackles infrastructure, revenue, and housing challenges in the coming years.
   

2. Rabies Case Alert – Salem – Camp North Road, Salem (virginia.gov) — If you live near Camp North Road and North Mill Road in Salem, officials have confirmed a rabid skunk in your area and are urging anyone with possible human or pet contact to call the health department or Salem Animal Control immediately. Residents are reminded to keep pet rabies vaccinations current, avoid wild animals, and report any bites or suspicious behavior right away.
   

3. Foley sworn in to Salem City Council (salemtimes-register.com) — Salem residents have a new voice on City Council as Dr. Joseph Foley has been sworn in to fill the late John Saunders' seat through a special election set for November 2027. A longtime Salem chiropractor and frequent council-meeting attendee, Foley says he's honored to serve and bring decades of community involvement to the city's governing body.
   

4. Salem RidgeYaks announce front office staff promotions (greensboro.com) — Salem baseball fans may notice some new leadership behind the scenes, as the Salem RidgeYaks have promoted several front office staff members, including a new vice president of ticket sales and service. The changes aim to boost ticket sales, enhance the fan experience, and deepen the club's ties with both Salem and the wider Roanoke Valley community.
   

5. New VA funding targets veteran suicide prevention (wfxrtv.com) — Veterans in and around Salem could see stronger suicide prevention support as the VA awards more than $2.1 million in grants to community organizations across Virginia. Salem VA Health Care System's director says the funding will help expand lifesaving services and connect local veterans with mental health resources and crisis support closer to home.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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