Good morning, Salem.

Salem events this week feature a Friday vendor market at 401 Center St N.E. (8–11 p.m.) and a downtown Art Walk (5–8 p.m.), a Saturday Doggie Dash fundraiser at Riverfront Park (9 a.m.), a Sunday Bush House Museum tour (1:30 p.m.) and a Wednesday yoga class (6–7 p.m.).

Vanessa Duarte Ignacio graduates from McKay High School's CTEC cosmetology program while working as a Marion County Sheriff's Office cadet.

She will attend Chemeketa Community College to study business administration, plan to open her own salon, and later seek a deputy license.

A flight taken in May showed widespread Scotch broom in Santiam Canyon near Highway 22.

The plants clustered around roads, power lines and logging sites in the scar left by the 2020 Beachie Creek Fire.

Homeowners in Oregon can apply for solar panel and battery storage rebates through a state-funded program starting June 15 — the rebates offer up to $5,000 for panels and $2,500 for battery systems which will be distributed to state-approved contractors.

Federal officials released guidance on Medicaid work requirements for 20 million expansion beneficiaries, and Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek warned that state agencies may struggle to meet the Jan.

1 deadline — risking coverage losses. State leaders plan to request clearer rules to protect eligible residents.

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.

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.

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.

Bonnie Raitt Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Tickets from $581 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Bonnie Raitt live in Salem.

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.

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.

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

CYOJ Daddy Daughter Dance

6-9 p.m. — Creekside Golf Club — Free entry — A delightful evening for dads and daughters to bond over fun and laughter.

Capital Cup Soccer Tournament

June 19th-21st — Capital Futbol Club — Varies — Compete in a thrilling soccer tournament set in beautiful Salem, OR.

The Gut Car Show 2026

10 a.m.–8 p.m. — S.C.A. Detailing — Free entry — Enjoy a day filled with classic cars, food carts, vendors, and live music.