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We know the news can be a bit heavy at times.

And while we're committed to covering serious topics and policy, we also try to find the fun, unique and wild things happening in Salem.

That's the case for one of our reports below about an upcoming longsword tournament this weekend drawing competitors dedicated to medieval fighting arts.

Yes, there is a companion bar trivia round.

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Fighters from around the Pacific Northwest will journey to Salem this Saturday, April 26, for an all-day longsword tournament. The explosive medieval fighting style is a blend of fencing and…

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With a recent grant, a health clinic in east Salem will start a community classroom to provide space for health exams, support groups and classes. WFMC Health, located on Northeast…

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Your May 20 election ballot may include four school board seats, a new Salem city councilor and a Salem property tax levy. Here's a guide to learning more about local…

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With $4 million in funding toward Salem-area homeless services in limbo, providers worry that changes in federal contracts indicate deeper cuts and more restrictions on care ahead.

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