Good morning, Salem.

Virginia Green, nearing her 100th birthday on July 9, was honored by the mayor last week for decades of volunteer work preserving Salem's history + her website continues to catalog local stories.

Marion County Fair returns to the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem from July 9 to 12 — featuring carnival rides, live music, 4-H exhibits and family events.

Special Family Day on Sunday offers free admission for children 12 and under while daily themes bring local agriculture and contests to life.

A historic American flag saved during the 1935 Capitol fire has been reframed and returned to display in Hearing Room 50 following preservation in the CAMS project.

The artifact, one of only two items in the room (the other being an oak-carved state seal), now highlights Capitol history.

Dr. Sejal Hathi will leave the Oregon Health Authority on Aug.

1 to focus on family priorities, and Gov. Tina Kotek has appointed Fariborz Pakseresht as interim director from July 6 while the agency searches for a permanent leader.

The Oregon Air National Guard’s 142nd Wing will fly F-15EX jets over local communities as part of Independence Day celebrations on Saturday, July 4.

Scheduled flyovers include Mill City at 11:40 a.m., Salem at 11:50 a.m., and other towns (times may change due to weather or operational needs).

Oregon Health Authority urges residents to plan ahead for safe July 4 celebrations by limiting alcohol and arranging designated rides, as excessive drinking is linked to crashes and injuries.

The guidance targets reducing risks during the nation’s 250th anniversary festivities.

OHA introduced two new nutrition benefits for eligible OHP members starting July 1 (a fruit and vegetable benefit and a pantry stocking benefit) to help those with chronic conditions manage their health and reduce emergency care.

Members can check eligibility and request services through their coordinated care organization.

Outdoor enthusiasts can hike a 3.6-mile trail that leads to Robinson and Kuitan Lakes in the Mount Washington Wilderness today to fish for stocked rainbow trout — the trail begins off Highway 126 between McKenzie Bridge and Santiam Junction.

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.

Story Night Featuring Kourtney Ferrua

6-9 p.m. — Zenith Vineyard — Wine available for purchase — Enjoy an evening of friendship, food, and an inspirational story with Kourtney Ferrua.

Sell Your Camera Gear at The Shutterbug

July 31st - August 1st — The Shutterbug — Free entry — Sell your used camera gear for top dollar and enjoy additional trade bonuses.