Good morning, Salem.

Fred Meyer updated its rewards program — Oregon shoppers can now redeem points for grocery discounts in $1 increments or savings on fuel.

Members may earn points on every dollar spent and choose the rewards that best fit their budget.

On Friday, June 27, locals gathered at Riverfront Park for Friday Night Beat (the kickoff event for the World Beat Festival), enjoying live music and diverse performances before the festival continues over the coming days.

Hundreds visited the Oregon Capitol on June 27 for Passport to History as part of America 250.

Visitors collected stamps & toured exhibits that highlight the state’s heritage throughout the Capitol grounds.

A new report by OnlyGuider shows that Salem residents spent an estimated $1.9 million on OnlyFans in 2025, ranking second in the state behind Portland; Oregon ranked 15th nationally with $84,076 spent per 10,000 residents (based on search and financial data).

Oregonians relying on Social Security may lose about $500 monthly if Congress does not act before the trust fund runs out by the end of 2032 (triggering a 22% benefits cut).

Barry's Book Club with Salem Public Library

6:35 PM — Chemeketa Baseball Field — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate reading with family-friendly activities and special programming throughout the game.

Marion County Fair

Jul 9-12 — Marion County Fair — General admission: $6, Children under 6: free — Celebrate community spirit with live music, rides, and great food.

Oregon Parent-Child Chapman Tournament

All day — Salem Golf Club — Entry fee from $99 — Compete in a fun 18-hole Chapman stroke play with family teams.

Mean Girls the Musical

6-8:30 p.m. — Gerry Frank Salem Rotary Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night under the stars with sharp wit and vibrant choreography in this Broadway musical adaptation of a beloved film.

Santiam Canyon Stampede PRCA Rodeo

7-10 p.m. — Sublimity Harvest Festival — Ticket required — Celebrate Military Night with rodeo action, mutton busting, donkey races, and live music.

Spearhead Oregon

July 24-25 — Salem Armory Auditorium — Paid entry — Experience two days of worship, prophetic impartation, and spiritual activation.

Paint & Sip Night at The Pour House Saloon

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Pour House Saloon — Drinks and food available for purchase — Unwind with friends and explore your creativity while sipping your favorite beverages.