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Thursday, January 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon State Capitol Store, known for selling exclusive merchandise featuring designs of the House and Senate chamber carpets, has reopened as a temporary pop-up during the Legislature's session, offering items from socks to seal-engraved decanter sets. Statesman Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The trial begins for truck driver Lincoln Smith, charged in a fatal crash that killed seven farmworkers in Marion County, with his defense asserting he was not impaired at the time. Salem Reporter
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marilyn Van Vleit, a Salem resident with over 40 years of experience in breeding and judging Pembroke Welsh corgis, has been selected as a judge for this year's prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Salem's week of Jan 30-Feb 5 features diverse events including a roller derby, Mexican dessert cooking class, and the Pentacle Theatre's debut of 'Arsenic and Old Lace.' Salem Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Salem high school students in a construction program gain real-world skills and business experience by crafting and selling custom woodwork, including benches and doghouses, through their after-school Build Club. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Nine Western Oregon University women's basketball players filed a $28.2 million lawsuit against the university and coaches, claiming their scholarships were revoked in retaliation for alleging abuse by the coaches. Statesman Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Salem City Council unanimously approved a 168% increase in hospital waste collection rates following the closure of the Brooks incinerator due to new pollution monitoring laws. Statesman Journal
SHOP NEWS
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Mexican Cooking Class: Champurrado and Rice Pudding
Participants will learn to create traditional Mexican champurrado and arroz con leche, featuring authentic ingredients and techniques.
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Free Foot Check Day at The Good Feet Store
This event offers a complimentary 15-minute foot check by a healthcare professional to promote foot health.
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Salem Stoic Society: Meeting 2 of 25
The Salem Stoic Society gathers to discuss Stoic philosophy and its application in daily life, promoting personal growth and community support.
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Needle Felting Class: Create a Wool Heart
Learn the art of needle felting by crafting a wool heart in this beginner-friendly class hosted by Audrey Comerford of Wee Woollies Fiber Arts.
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Mild to Wild Motorsports Swap Meet
The Mild to Wild Motorsports Swap Meet offers a variety of motorsports goods and is held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds.
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Capitol City Motor Madness Car Show
The Capitol City Motor Madness Car Show will feature a wide variety of vehicles including hot rods, vintage cars, and race cars at the Jackman-Long Building in Salem, Oregon.
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Sonic Journey: A Sound Meditation Experience
Sonic Journey is a sound meditation event utilizing gongs, crystal singing bowls, and drums to facilitate relaxation and mindfulness in a supportive environment.
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Los Tucanes de Tijuana Concert
Los Tucanes de Tijuana will perform live at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, Oregon.
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Solo Performance by Eric John Kaiser in Salem, OR
Paris native Eric John Kaiser will perform classic French songs alongside his originals and American covers at West Hills Vineyards.
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Zena Road Runs in Salem, Oregon
The Zena Road Runs is a community-focused running event offering three distances in scenic Oregon wine country, complete with post-race refreshments and support for local high school programs.
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