Good morning, Salem.

Urban Air Adventure Park in Salem will hold its grand opening on June 6 — the 30,000 sqft center features 16 attractions for families.

Saffron Supply Co. is holding a grand opening for its new showroom on June 26 on Front Street; the event features a refinished historic sign, local chefs’ cooking demonstrations, and live Dark Salem music upstairs.

The Oregon State Fair has added three performers to the 2026 concert series—All Time Low on Sept.

3, Uncle Kracker on Sept. 5, and Twisted Sister featuring Sebastian Bach on Sept. 6 at L.B. Day Amphitheater. Tickets are available on the fair website and shows run rain or shine.

PGE will lower rates for Salem residential customers on June 10 — reducing the average monthly bill by $1.92 — while small businesses and commercial accounts began receiving discounts on June 3.

Data center rates may rise by 29% if regulators approve the filing.

The new El Torito Supermarket will open later this year in downtown Salem using a $470,000 city grant to renovate the old Rite Aid building at 435 Liberty Street S.E.

City leaders expect the store to create at least 30 jobs and improve access to groceries in a food desert.

Sawyer Nelson, a record-breaking player from South Salem High, set state records and led a fundraiser for a spring baseball camp.

He will join Salem’s collegiate team before leaving for Los Angeles in the fall to play at Loyola Marymount University and pursue an MLB career + mentor others.

Western Oregon will see cooler and wetter conditions from today through Wednesday, June 10 — easing wildfire risks by dampening vegetation amid ongoing drought; however, Salem has recorded only 14 inches of rain since January, well below average.

Today, a new law, HB 4116, takes effect in Salem to close a loophole that allowed lenders to charge over 36 percent on consumer finance loans.

The law stops banks from exporting rates from other states+ protecting local consumers from predatory lending.

The Oregon Department of Forestry has proposed a single Forest Management Plan to replace three separate plans for state lands west of the Cascade range.

Public comments are invited until June 30 plus a virtual rulemaking hearing is scheduled for June 25 at 3:00 p.m.

OHA reminded 3,700 tobacco retailers that a new law (which now covers oral nicotine pouches, lozenges, gum and similar products) takes effect today, and retailers must review ID-checking procedures to comply with the updated rules.

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

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.

Pizza Party in Salem

12-2 p.m. — Pietro's Pizza Salem — RSVP required — Enjoy great food and build community connections at this casual pizza gathering.