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The state fair opens Friday, and we’ve got a guide below to all the discounts and bundles so you can save money on tickets.

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New micro shelter village for young adults to open on SE Turner Road
The Salem City Council voted Monday to spend $750,000 in state money to open a new micro shelter site for young adults on southeast Turner Road by December.
New micro shelter village for young adults to open on SE Turner Road
The Salem City Council voted Monday to spend $750,000 in state money to open a new micro shelter site for young adults on southeast Turner Road by December.
Salem student athletes need officials – but they’re hard to find
A sharp decline in youth sports officials during the pandemic has led to more canceled games. Local athletic directions are trying to step up recruitment efforts.
Salem student athletes need officials – but they’re hard to find
A sharp decline in youth sports officials during the pandemic has led to more canceled games. Local athletic directions are trying to step up recruitment efforts.
How to get cheaper tickets, discounts for state fair
From presales to special admission options, taking a family to the Oregon State Fair
How to get cheaper tickets, discounts for state fair
From presales to special admission options, taking a family to the Oregon State Fair
UPDATED: Council approves garbage rate increase
Salem residents will pay about $33 more per year for garbage hauling after councilors approved a rate increased Monday.
UPDATED: Council approves garbage rate increase
Salem residents will pay about $33 more per year for garbage hauling after councilors approved a rate increased Monday.

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