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Good evening, Salem.

If the nice weather has you thinking about a concert, you’re not alone. The city of Salem recently announced its selections for First Friday concerts in Riverfront Park, starting June 2.

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After a round of voting from Salemites among local bands that volunteered to perform, the winners are:

June 2nd – @rivercityrockstar

July 7th – Don Edwards

August 4th – Jake & The Hill People

Concerts begin at 8 p.m. at the Gerry Frank amphitheater following the downtown art walk.

Here’s some other news of the day.

Senators get a three-day break from floor sessions amid GOP-led walkout
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Senators get a three-day break from floor sessions amid GOP-led walkout
Legislative leaders will have a three-day weekend to try to end the Republican-led walkout that has prevented the Senate from voting on bills for nine consecutive days. The Senate on…
Salem man arrested for murder of baby in 2022
Edward Casian, 25, is accused of killing his six-month-old baby after “a pattern and practice of assault and torture,” according to court records.
Salem man arrested for murder of baby in 2022
Edward Casian, 25, is accused of killing his six-month-old baby after “a pattern and practice of assault and torture,” according to court records.
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COLUMN: For those struggling in Salem, success can be found in surprising ways
COLUMN: For those on the streets or otherwise needing help in Salem, a success can be something different than traditional markers. Columnist Lynelle Wilcox describes what that success looks like.

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