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Saturday, February 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salem Public Library's February events, inspired by 'Why Didn’t You Tell Me?' by Carmen Rita Wong, will explore identity, family, and finances through art exhibits, discussions, and performances. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Mark Wardell advocates for emergency preparedness, focusing on the importance of assembling a comprehensive first-aid kit and acquiring first-aid and CPR/AED training. Salem Reporter
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Survivors testify in the trial of Lincoln Smith, accused of causing a crash on I-5 that resulted in the deaths of seven farmworkers in May 2023. Statesman Journal
- ➤ A Marion County jury found Brian Hammons guilty of failing to perform duties of a driver, but not guilty of criminally negligent homicide in a 2023 incident where his truck hit bicyclist Harley Auten, leading to Auten's death. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Salem Health's annual cost for disposing medical waste is projected to exceed $2 million due to a unanimous Salem City Council decision to increase disposal rates after the Brooks incinerator ceased operations. Salem Reporter
SHOP NEWS
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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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Healthy Living Lectures: Healthy Hearts
The Healthy Living Lectures provide an opportunity for the community to gain knowledge on health-related topics, focusing this month on managing heart failure effectively.
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Infant and Toddler Storytime at Salem Public Library
This event offers engaging stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers aged 2 ½, accompanied by their caregivers.
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