Daily
Salem
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ These Roots Peony Farm begins its first season selling fresh bouquets at its farmstand in Gervais — just north of Salem-Keizer. Locals can visit the site to see the peony displays and enjoy the new season. Statesman Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ These Roots Peony Farm, owned by Jessica Van Horn, offers fresh-cut bouquets from its self-serve stand on weekends in Gervais - customers pay with cash or Venmo as blooms sell out fast. Statesman Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State law allows travelers to sleep in their cars at rest stops for up to 12 hours in 24 but forbids setting up tents, with Oregon State Police enforcing the rule to prevent circumvention at adjacent outposts. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Crews are starting extensive road construction in Salem this summer as the Aurora-Donald Interchange on I-5 and Battle Creek Road will see lane shifts and closures from early June through July. Statesman Journal
- ➤ The 142nd Wing of the Oregon Air National Guard will fly F-15EX fighter jets over Salem and nearby cities on Memorial Day, May 25, to honor fallen military members. The flyovers are set from 10:31 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. along routes including Vancouver and Portland. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oregonians planning to hunt mushrooms for Memorial Day weekend should check that the cap attaches to the stalk as true morels have holes and are hollow & false morels that hang free are poisonous, experts warn. Always avoid doubtful finds to prevent serious illness. Statesman Journal
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Drop-in Craft at West Salem Branch
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Families enjoy a creative evening crafting with provided materials and their imagination.
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Marshall Tucker Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic Southern rock with the iconic Marshall Tucker Band.
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Teacher Appreciation Night
6:35 – 11:59 p.m. — Chemeketa Baseball Field — Free admission for teachers — Celebrate the amazing educators of our community at the ballpark with a fun-filled evening.
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Grupo Barak Concert
6:00pm-9:00pm — L.B. Day Amphitheater — $10 per vehicle — Experience an inspiring night of contemporary worship and Latin rhythms with Grupo Barak.
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Santiam Hospital & Clinics Fun Run & Health Walk
8:30 – 11:00 AM — Santiam Hospital & Clinics — Registration required — Lace up your shoes for a fun-filled day of running and walking in Stayton.
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2026 ACWA Biosolids Management Workshop
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM — Salem Public Library — Paid entry — Dive into the latest research on biosolids' benefits for soil health and sustainable farming.
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Bonnie Raitt Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Tickets from $581 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Bonnie Raitt live in Salem.
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Salem Summer Solstice 5k & 10k Run
6-9 p.m. — Minto-Brown Island Park — $20-$25 — Celebrate the summer solstice with a fun run and a sweet ice cream sundae finish.
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Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Salem
2.5 hours — Salem Convention Center — All materials included — Create your own hand-painted ceramic bowl or plate in a relaxing workshop with Turkish tea and treats.
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7th Annual Haley's Heroes Run for the Rare
Haley's Heroes Foundation presents the 7th Annual RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE — a 10K, 5K, and 1-Mile Run/Walk supporting International Batten Disease Awareness Day. Join us on June 14th to Run for the Rare and be part of the effort to find a cure. #RunForTheRare
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