Daily editionWednesday, September 30th, 2026
Good morning, Salem.
The Daily Salem Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.
Community
Lee Asher, founder of nonprofit The Asher House, leads a daily pack walk that brings joy to the shelter dogs near Salem.
A video captures the lively routine that highlights the animal sanctuary’s day.
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Culture
Salem galleries and museums show 5 exhibits in October, including big landscape paintings, river watercolors, and woodcarving art.
The Salem Art Association hosts Taylor Manoles’ show (at the gallery) through Oct. 25 and downtown galleries hold an art walk with live music and food Friday, Oct. 2.
Salem ReporterRead more
Environment
This summer, lightning storms sparked wildfires that burned 2.1 million acres statewide and cost $1.4 billion to suppress while two firefighters lost their lives and many homes and businesses were damaged.
Officials reported challenges with limited resources and inexperienced crews (according to state agencies).
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Health
State insurance regulators warn consumers about self-funded and limited partner health plans that offer low premiums but may lead to high out-of-pocket costs.
The warning comes as open enrollment begins Nov. 1 — Oregonians are urged to verify agent credentials and review plan details carefully.
Oregon Capital ChronicleRead more