Good morning, Salem.

North Fork Road was closed on Feb.

23 at milepost 4.5 north of Lyons due to a landslide from heavy rains, and a Marion County public works crew responded while police advised drivers to use alternate routes.

State agriculture officials are piloting three regional food and ag business centers — linking USDA RFSI funds with local technical support — to boost supply chain capacity as farmers face financial strains amid a stalled farm bill reauthorization.

Oregon lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1598 on Thursday, Feb.

19, which grants the public health officer power to issue standing orders for vaccines based on evidence-based guidance and requires insurers to cover the recommended immunizations.

Cherriots launched a new, cloud-based Transit Signal Priority system on Lancaster Drive on Feb.

5 to improve Route 11 reliability by activating it at 22 intersections (cutting delays and easing operator work). The district will monitor performance data to guide future transit enhancements.

Federal officials proposed increased logging on 2.5M acres in Oregon forests near Marion and Polk, with public comments accepted until March 23 + officials say the plan aims to restore timber production to historic levels and reduce wildfire risks.

Trivia Night at Stomp

6-8 p.m. — Stomp by Croft Vineyards — Winning team gets a $50 gift card — Test your trivia skills with great food and wine in a lively atmosphere.

Preschool Storytime

10:15 – 10:40 AM — Salem Public Library — Free — Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and movement for young children and their caregivers.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert

8:30-9:45 p.m. — Willamette Heritage Center — Ticketed entry — Experience a captivating candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.

Marketing Psychology for Hairstylists

10 a.m. — Salon Abode — $— Discover the psychological principles that enhance client trust and decision-making in hairstyling marketing.

4th Annual Marion-Polk Children, Youth, & Family Services Summit

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Salem Convention Center — Free entry — Explore child and family-centered services and ignite hope in the community through engaging discussions and networking.

Plant and Seed Swap

1-3 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Trade seeds, cuttings, and plants while getting expert gardening advice.

Toast: A Tribute to BREAD

7-8:30 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the top tribute act that brings the timeless 70's sound of BREAD to life.

Sonic Journey: Sound Meditation Experience

7-8:45 p.m. — Salem Friends Meeting — $20-40 sliding scale — Immerse in a sound meditation journey with gongs and singing bowls for deep relaxation and self-discovery.

Celtic Celebration with The Gothard Sisters

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an enchanting evening of music blending Celtic, folk, and classical influences.

Salem Slam IV

8:00 a.m. — The Madhouse — $25.00 – $50.00 — Watch top MRDA teams compete as Concussion defends its title in this thrilling tournament.