Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers are joined by Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell, discussing:

• A new $800,000 grant for housing assistance in Marion County.
• The challenges of addressing homelessness and mental health issues.
• Upcoming events in Salem, including Mt Angel Oktoberfest and Punks in the Park.
• And much more!

Timestamps:

01:10 - Breakdown of government roles in Salem and Oregon

02:27 - Discussion of the new $800,000 housing assistance grant

05:31 - Challenges in addressing homelessness and mental health

10:43 - Upcoming events: Mount Angel Oktoberfest and Punks in the Park

15:32 - Salem Art Fair and Cherry City Roller Derby

18:21 - Federal funding for literacy instruction in Oregon

19:08 - Importance of early childhood literacy and community involvement in education