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5 things to do in Salem this week: Free rooftop yoga, planetarium show, surf rock concert
Events in Salem this week include free rooftop yoga at the downtown YMCA, a Planetarium tour of the moon and a surf rock show at the Grand Theatre.
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Salem Reporter to expand education reporting with 2-person team
Report for America, a national nonprofit, announced Wednesday that two reporters have been assigned to Salem Reporter. They will form a new education team starting in July, funded in part by local contributions. @Report4America
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PHOTO GALLERY: KeizerFEST Bloomin’ Iris Parade brings costumes, floats and fun
The annual Bloomin' Iris Parade, organized by the Keizer Chamber of Commerce, showcased colorful floats and performances by local students.
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McNary band wins state championship
This past weekend, three Salem-Keizer School District schools finished in the top five at a statewide band competition. McNary High School took first, West Salem High School tied for second and Sprague High School placed fifth.
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Salem’s “Ride of Silence” returns for another year to honor cyclists killed, injured
An annual silent bike ride around Salem remembers cyclists who were seriously injured or killed while riding while raising awareness of traffic safety. Anyone is welcome to join.
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COLUMN: Using Medicare while traveling, and how Medigap works
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions. In this month’s column, Sellers explains how to access coverage while on vacation and how Medigap policies work.
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PHOTO GALLERY: With medals at the end for all, 2,000 run in Awesome 3000
Thousands of students crossed the finish line at Bush's Pasture Park to raise money for their schools in the annual Awesome 3000 fun run. See photos from the day here.
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Expert team of volunteers make organizing thousands of kids look easy at Awesome 3000
Around 2,100 kids are expected to race at this year’s Awesome 3000 fun run, which takes place throughout Bush’s Pasture Park. Its volunteers have event management down to a science.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Celebration, smiles at the 2026 Crystal Apple Awards honoring educators
See photos from the 27th Annual Crystal Apple Awards, which took place Thursday night, May 14. A dozen educators took home trophies for their work supporting and encouraging Salem-Keizer School District students.
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