Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Englewood Forest Festival—held at Englewood Park—brought together thousands on Aug. 9 for art, live music, dance and family workshops with over 80 vendors and eight food trucks serving a variety of cuisines. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Demonstrators held a float protest at Foster Lake in Sweet Home on August 9 to oppose the state’s Waterway Access Permit law—protesters rallied with Let Us Paddle to show their disagreement with the new regulation. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Salem Health hospital opened a new 150 bed tower in 2022 — built to serve the growing and aging population in the Mid-Willamette Valley — and the facility now features updated patient rooms and modern equipment. Statesman Journal
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Yoga & Wine Experience
6-8 p.m. — Cubanisimo Vineyards — Suggested donation of $5-10 — Enjoy a refreshing yoga session with scenic mountain views followed by a post-class beverage.
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7th Annual No BS OBS Truck Show and Swap
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Powerland Heritage Park — $20 entry — Experience one of the largest gatherings of 1980-97 Ford trucks and Broncos with vendors, food, and community fun.
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The Shinkle Band Live Performance
5-7 p.m. — West Hills Vineyards — Enjoy a delightful evening with live country and rock music while savoring fine wine and bistro bites.
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The All-American Rejects Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — L.B. Day Amphitheater — Part of Columbia Bank Concert Series — Enjoy a night of nostalgia with The All-American Rejects at the Oregon State Fair.
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Train Stop Workshops: Dance and Derby
9:15 a.m.–8 p.m. — Cherry City Roller Derby — Promo code available — Learn dance skating skills and enhance roller derby footwork with Freight Train.
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Paint Night at Vortex Eatery & Taphouse
6-8 p.m. — Vortex Eatery + Taphouse — Food and drink available for purchase — Unleash your creativity while sipping and painting in a fun atmosphere.
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Pinot & Pizza Event
12-6 p.m. — Hudak House - Winery & Vineyard — No reservations required — Enjoy fresh pizza and Pinot Noir in a scenic setting with live music.
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Dylan Scott Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center — Cost TBD — Experience the powerful vocals and heartfelt songs of Curb Records artist Dylan Scott.
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Banda Los Sebastianes Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center — Free entry — Experience the lively sounds of Banda Los Sebastianes at the Columbia Bank Concert Series during the Oregon State Fair.
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The Beach Boys Concert
4-9:30 p.m. — The Pavilion — Cost info not available — Experience over six decades of musical brilliance from The Beach Boys.
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