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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday evening, a Bend man stabbed 12 people at Union Gospel Mission—Salem’s largest shelter, leaving five hospitalized as police arrested him and charged him with attempted murder and 11 counts of second-degree assault. Salem Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chemeketa Community College was awarded a $601,537 grant from the Oregon Department of Energy to launch the Energy Efficiency Building Technology Training Program; the program will update construction courses and community workshops in Salem and Woodburn to include clean energy techniques and support historically underserved groups. 1430 KYKN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ken Sanchagrin—the interim executive director of the Oregon Public Defense Commission—announced a 12-month seven-point plan to boost public defense by expanding contracts with lawyers and nonprofits and recruiting law students to handle extra cases. The plan aims to ease the defender shortage in hard-hit counties with potential relief by mid-fall, though progress will depend on ongoing state legislative budget talks. Oregon Capital Chronicle
- ➤ Governor Kotek declared June Search and Rescue Awareness Month to honor over 1,700 volunteer teams and remind locals and visitors to plan ahead when exploring Oregon's outdoors. State agencies say proper safety planning can reduce emergencies and lessen the load on rescue squads — a message for everyone enjoying the state's natural spaces. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ City employees will start moving offices next week as services such as the municipal court and customer service center shift to temporary spaces on Church, Broadway and Commercial streets while the Salem Civic Center begins its $39.4 million seismic retrofit funded by a 2022 voter-approved bond. The mayor and city manager’s office, finance department and city recorder will move on June 9, permit applications will shift on June 16, and council meetings will begin at Loucks Auditorium, with some services staying at the Civic Center until mid-July — keeping city operations accessible during renovations. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Senate Bill 1003 seeks to cut Oregon's waiting period for physician-assisted suicide from 15 days to seven and allows electronic prescriptions—changes that could speed the process for terminally ill adults. A public hearing was held Monday before the Senate Committee on Rules, and the measure now faces strong opposition from groups and lawmakers before its next scheduled work session. Oregon Capital Chronicle
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Yoga and Wine Evening at Legacy Estate Vineyard
6-7 p.m. — Eola Hills Legacy Estate Vineyard — Suggested donation of $5-10 — Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga class by the lake followed by wine and a picnic.
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206 Tube Bending & Iso Drawing Class
2-6 p.m. — Local 290 Training CENTER SALEM — Free for members, $35 for travelers — Master essential tubing bending techniques in this hands-on class.
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Salem Mystic Fair
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — The Reed Opera House — Admission varies — Experience tarot readings, Reiki, and explore over 40 vendors at this mystical gathering.
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Run For The Rare
Fundraiser Run to benefit Haley’s Heroes Foundation 5K & 10K Run or 1 Mile Walk. Register at haleysheroesfoundation.org.
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Yoga + Beer at Riverfront Park
6-7 p.m. — Gerry Frank Amphitheater — Suggested donation $5-$10 — Experience community and relaxation with a yoga session followed by local downtown support.
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Pinot & Pizza at Hudak House
12-6 p.m. — Hudak House - Winery & Vineyard — Free entry — Indulge in custom pizzas and delightful Pinot Noirs while enjoying live music in a scenic vineyard setting.
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Beginning of Summer Garden Festival
10 a.m.–3 p.m. — Sebright Gardens — Free admission — Celebrate the arrival of summer with a plant-themed festival featuring local nurseries and special guests.
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Return to Middle Earth Concert
3-5 p.m. — South Salem High School — Ticket info not provided — Experience the symphonic journey through Middle Earth with stunning performances by Salem Symphonic Winds and guest artists.
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Wire Wrapping Jewelry Class
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Center 50+ — Punch card fee $15 for five classes — Learn the art of creating beautiful jewelry pieces with wire wrapping techniques.
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Preschool Storytime
10:15 – 10:40 a.m. — Salem Public Library — Free — Engage in interactive stories, songs, and movement designed for young children and their caregivers.
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Tube Bending & Iso Drawing Workshop
2-6 p.m. — Local 290 Training CENTER SALEM — Free for Local 290 Members, $35 for UA Travelers — Learn the fundamental math and techniques for bending tubing in this hands-on workshop.
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