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Karen Montes participates as an entrant in the concurso de Catrina (Catrina contest) at the Dia de Los Muertos celebration held at McKay High School on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 (LAURA TESLER/For Salem Reporter)

Photographer Laura Tesler shares her favorite 2025 images in Salem, from protests to community festivals and celebrations.

An attendee at the Salem People’s March rally at the Oregon State Capitol listens to speakers on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025. (LAURA TESLER/For Salem Reporter)
Sledding at Clark Creek Park in Salem on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. (LAURA TESLER/For Salem Reporter)
Bernadine Jackson competing in the fancy dance at the Chemawa Indian School 145th Birthday Powwow in Salem…

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