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5 things to do in Salem this week: Indoor farmers markets, plant workshop, Van Halen tribute concert
Events in Salem this week include a plant workshop at a local vineyard, indoor Saturday farmers markets, an Eddie Van Halen tribute concert at Elsinore Theatre and more.
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COLUMN: Tiny hummingbirds deserve wonder
Warmer winters mean a year-round hummingbird presence in the Willamette Valley, columnist and bird expert Harry Fuller writes.
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Salem Reporter picked for national support to expand, deepen local reporting
Salem Reporter has been selected for two national journalism programs that will help deliver more local reporting to Salem. Report for America will help fund a new education reporter focused on Salem-Keizer School District student reading outcomes, while LION Publishers will provide expert consulting to grow sustainably. The newsroom is also continuing partnerships to strengthen new health care coverage and bring student interns to Salem.
Local leaders reflect on MLK’s legacy, hold peace walk
More than 200 people gathered Monday at McKay High School to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and give awards to local leaders continuing his work. The event included a peace walk which is part of Salem’s ongoing effort to reduce violence and strengthen community.
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PHOTOS: Day Without an Immigrant rally at Oregon Capitol
Speakers from Monday's Day Without an Immigrant rally in Salem connected current protests in support of immigrants to the legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Hundreds gather at Oregon Capitol on MLK Day to protest ICE, show support for immigrants
A small crowd swelled into hundreds on Monday as the plaza in front of the Oregon Capitol building was transformed into a festive gathering space in support of the immigrant community.
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Salvation Army to close Lighthouse Shelter
Since 1966, the Salvation Army Lighthouse Shelter has provided a place for people in Salem to get off the streets. It will be closing at the end of January due to ongoing financial challenges, with the organization reallocating resources to its food pantry and case management.
6 things to do in Salem this week: Pet adoptions, orchestra concert, MLK Day walk
Events in Salem this week include kitten and puppy adoption events, orchestra concerts, a retro skate night and a peace walk for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Giant octopus display coming to library as Salem Reads programs kick off
Salem readers in February can dive into “Remarkably Bright Creatures,” a novel exploring the friendship between a mischievous captive octopus and the night cleaning woman at the aquarium where he lives.
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