“Marion County applauds these fines designed to force Oregon State Hospital to finally get serious about providing the desperately needed mental health care that Oregon law requires and that is needed to protect public safety.”

On Friday, April 4, Marion County Commissioners Kevin Cameron and Danielle Bethell participated in the “Paint the Town Blue” parade from the Oregon State Fairgrounds to the Salem Police Department, joining community partners in recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Erin Burt and Kevin Thompson have your latest update on all things parks in Marion County for Spring, 2025. Winter, an adoptable Husky, joined them for the occasion.