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Monday, August 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On August 8, two adult males were rescued from a draft boat pinned among rocks at the top of Mill City Falls on the North Santiam as first responders and a local outfitter coordinated the rescue—teams from multiple fire and law enforcement agencies used two rafts to bring the men safely to shore—while medics evaluated them and found no injuries, as both were wearing life jackets. Statesman Journal
- ➤ A two-alarm fire shut down blocks near Kuebler Boulevard in southeast Salem Sunday night when the blaze spread from a home at 5043 Cumberland Ct. S.E. to a neighboring house—firefighters from Marion County Fire District 1 and the Salem Fire Department brought the fire under control by 9 p.m. with no injuries reported—and streets reopened by 8:30 p.m. Salem Reporter
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Federal immigration officers stopped a van at 6 a.m. on Aug 7 as it traveled from Woodburn to Canby and arrested four Guatemalan farmworkers heading to a blueberry farm in Marion County—three other passengers were not detained. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Marion County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Nick Hunter, employs over 375 workers across four divisions. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Salem City Council is voting today at 6 p.m. at Loucks Auditorium—on a performance review of Interim City Manager Krishna Namburi—to decide if the city should start a public recruitment or make a direct appointment. Councilor Linda Nishioka said evaluation forms will be shared with council members for feedback by early September—after Namburi has served for six months following City Manager Keith Stahley’s resignation. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Salem City Council is set to update plans for safety and livability in downtown and northeast Salem after a July 21 work session showed high calls for police and emergency support. Council members will review proposals for increased police overtime, a pilot co-response model, and funding options for a $70,000 tree planting appropriation—community engagement will continue this fall. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ Salem Fire Department offers free CERT training designed by FEMA that will run during Thursday evenings from October 9 through November 13 — the program ends with a hands-on disaster exercise on November 13 from 8:30 a.m. to noon and is open to all residents and workers. 1430 KYKN
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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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Oregon State Fair
8 AM – 10 PM — Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center — Admission fee varies — Experience Oregon's culture, food, and thrill rides at this vibrant annual 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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