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Holiday events are kicking off this weekend in Salem, with markets to showcase local artisans.

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One annual staple held Saturday is the Empty Bowls event, a fundraiser for Marion Polk Food Share and Willamette Art Center featuring the work of hundreds of local potters and crafters.

From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Cascade Hall at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, you can browse donated bowls, pitchers, platters and other ceramic and wood items, with proceeds supporting the food share and art center. The fairgrounds are located at 2330 17th St. N.E.

Here are some of today’s stories. You can always find our latest reports anytime on our website.

EVENTS: Turkey trot and holiday events spice up the weekend
Events for the weekend of Friday, Nov. 17, include the Turkey Trot at Riverfront Park, a signing workshop, plays showcasing local talent and holiday gift markets.
EVENTS: Turkey trot and holiday events spice up the weekend
Events for the weekend of Friday, Nov. 17, include the Turkey Trot at Riverfront Park, a signing workshop, plays showcasing local talent and holiday gift markets.
New book reveals Willamette Valley Indigenous History
Dr. David Lewis will discuss his latest book, “Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley,” at a Willamette University signing on Monday, Nov. 20.
New book reveals Willamette Valley Indigenous History
Dr. David Lewis will discuss his latest book, “Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley,” at a Willamette University signing on Monday, Nov. 20.
UPDATED: Salem-Keizer board talks budget woes, literacy at November meeting
The Salem-Keizer School Board is holding a closed-door session Tuesday to discuss ongoing labor negotiations before a public meeting at 6 p.m.
UPDATED: Salem-Keizer board talks budget woes, literacy at November meeting
The Salem-Keizer School Board is holding a closed-door session Tuesday to discuss ongoing labor negotiations before a public meeting at 6 p.m.
UPDATE: State police car spins, crashes after being rammed by driver on I-5
An Oregon State Police lieutenant tried to pull over a driver on Interstate 5 Friday morning who then rammed the patrol car from behind and fled before being arrested, the…
UPDATE: State police car spins, crashes after being rammed by driver on I-5
An Oregon State Police lieutenant tried to pull over a driver on Interstate 5 Friday morning who then rammed the patrol car from behind and fled before being arrested, the…

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