Grab a blanket, a friend or a camera and catch the peak exhibition of cherry blossoms out in front of the Capitol. Special lighting in the evening make the scene magical.
COMMUNITY
Salem Symphonic Winds to perform immersive celebration of Earth
The concert on Sunday, April 16, features new sounds from borrowed instruments and even truck parts, and will be one of few in the country to use scent technology to bring its audience to the rainforest.
Math breakthrough inspires local educator
From fantasy maps to quilting, Salem educator Sophia Wood has made the recent geometric discovery of a new shape accessible to all ages.
New state-funded homeless shelter opening in former Salem hotel
Oregon has spent nearly $125 million since 2020 to turn vacant hotels into shelters
Local organizations in line for $10 million for more action on homelessness
Decisions will be made this week on using state funding to add 79 shelter beds and help 158 households settle into permanent housing in Marion and Polk Counties. The Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance is making the awards.
After decades apart, couple reunites in Salem – he’s 101, she’s 99
For more than 80 years, they went their separate ways – families, careers and more. Now, in Salem, they come back together – in time for his 101st birthday.
Retired senator, volunteers among Salem award recipients
The annual First Citizens banquet takes place Saturday, April 8, at the Salem Convention Center. Winners of in several categories are nominated for improving Salemites’ lives through business, volunteering and philanthropy.
Affordable housing project to open May 1 after years of delays, cost spikes
The former nursing building at the Oregon State Hospital has been remodeled into 52 affordable apartments, with 20 set aside for people with serious and persistent mental illness.
Learn about trees, get tips for home yards in Friends of Trees event in Salem
A tree enthusiast comes to Salem on Monday, April 10, to share tips for residents on how to grow trees and volunteer to plant more around the city. The free event is hosted by the Marion County Master Gardener Association.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Salem Reporter launches obituary service – easy to use, low cost
Reacting to reader interest, Salem Reporter is launching its new obituary service. Families have unlimited text and can publish five photos to tell the stories of their loved ones.