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10/10/2026 · Salem

Federal Reserve Officials Discuss Economic Outlook, Policy Tools

Federal Reserve officials discussed the current economic landscape and potential adjustments to monetary policy during their September meeting. Discussions included concerns about elevated inflation, labor market tightness, and the appropriate path for interest rates. Members also considered how to communicate future policy decisions effectively.

10/09/2026

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Business

Evolution Metals & Technologies Selects INERGX for Planned 5 GW US Facility

Evolution Metals & Technologies (EM&T) selected INERGX to provide technology for its planned 5-gigawatt (GW) facility in the United States. This facility, designed to operate at the output of five nuclear reactors, will incorporate a battery supply chain that does not involve China.

10/07/2026

Politics

Social Media Posts Influence Voter Decisions, Survey Finds

A new survey by Sprout Social indicates 55% of Americans say a social media post has influenced their voting decisions. Among Generation Z, this figure rises to 79%. Nearly half of Gen Z respondents reported an outright change in their opinion due to social media content.

10/07/2026

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Marine Corps Exceeds Fiscal Year 2026 Recruiting Targets

The Marine Corps Recruiting Command surpassed its recruiting objectives for fiscal year 2026. This achievement spanned all Marine Corps components and categories. The command also reported a strong start for fiscal year 2027 recruitment.

10/03/2026

Local News

US Targets Hamas Financing Network

The United States Department of the Treasury has designated a Hamas military operative in Gaza and a fundraising network in France. Officials state the network used sham charities and cryptocurrency to raise nearly $2 million for Hamas. This action falls under US counterterrorism sanctions authorities.

10/03/2026

Politics

Secretary Hegseth Outlines Six New Defense Department Initiatives

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced six new initiatives for the Defense Department during a recent speech. He addressed the military's current status and outlined upcoming changes.

10/01/2026