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From Everest to Ironman: Returning Salem Ironman competitor takes Sunday race easy after challenging Everest climb
Gary Nishioka will swim Sunday in the fifth annual Ironman 70.3 Oregon race in Salem, just two months after a strenuous climb up Mount Everest that ended prematurely.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Ironman, outdoor art fair, Hoopla
Events in Salem this week include the Ironman 70.3 Oregon race at Riverfront Park, an outdoor art fair at Woodmansee Park and evening basketball tournaments near the Capitol for Hoopla.
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Marion County Fair returns to Salem this week with animal showcases, youth exhibitors and petting zoo
The Marion County Fair will kick off Thursday for another four-day run, featuring animal exhibits, family entertainment, live performances and carnival fun.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Marion County Fair, America’s 250th concert, Christmas movie night
Events in Salem this week include the Marion County Fair starting Thursday, an orchestra concert at the Capitol honoring America's 250th birthday and a special Christmas in July screening of “Home Alone” at Salem Center.
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Mean Girls musical brings humor and high school drama to Salem stage
Chemeketa Community College’s production of "Mean Girls the Musical" will premiere Tuesday, July 7, for the college's third year of outdoor evening shows at Riverfront Park.
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6 things to do in Salem this Fourth of July: Fairground fireworks, neighborhood parade, Marion Berries jersey giveaway
Fourth of July events in Salem include a free fireworks display at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, a lively family parade in a northeast neighborhood and a Marion Berries jersey giveaway for the first 500 fans.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Marion Berries fireworks, ‘Mean Girls the Musical’
This week in Salem, the Marion Berries baseball team will play against the Portland Pickles at home, a new outdoor market will open downtown and Chemeketa Community College’s production of “Mean Girls the Musical” will show at Riverfront Park.
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5 exhibits to see at Salem’s galleries, museums in July
This month, local artists will share their interpretations of America’s 250th anniversary, and the Salem Art Association will showcase ceramics and sketches by studio artist Mya Cluff.
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PHOTO GALLERY: World Beat performers, volunteers bring vibrancy to rainy festival
See photos from the 2026 World Beat Festival, held at Salem's Riverfront Park the weekend of June 26.
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