Daily
Salem
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local farms host a series of fall harvest festivals that offer hay rides, games, corn mazes and pumpkin patches for family fun. At Fordyce Farm, family nights bring kid-friendly frights starting today and at Bauman’s Farm & Garden a pumpkin weighing contest begins Oct 4 with a pound drop at 1 p.m.—festivals run through Oct 30. Salem Reporter
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde are restoring fish passage along the North Santiam River at the 462-acre Chahalpam property to help salmon and steelhead reach off-stream habitat. The project, which completed two floodplain restorations last year, will finish three more soon — replanting native species and reconnecting fish to spawning areas. Statesman Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salem leaders met today to address downtown safety, homelessness, and limited resources. District Attorney Paige Clarkson announced a dedicated downtown prosecutor—while Police Chief Trevor Womack and Mayor Julie Hoy stressed the need for more patrols and funding reviews to improve services. Salem Business Journal
- ➤ A partial government shutdown began Oct 1 and Social Security checks continue as scheduled because their funding is mandatory spending—new applications may face delays due to fewer staff—as a result, current beneficiaries in Salem receive their payments without interruption. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Today, the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries is lifting its income threshold on wage claims that limited investigations to workers earning below $25.34 per hour set in October 2024. The agency removed the limit after receiving a historic legislative budget boost — a $22 million increase that adds nearly 50 new jobs and helps thin a growing case backlog. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Today, the Oregon Employment Department is helping workers impacted by the federal shutdown file for unemployment insurance benefits while guiding employers with its WorkShare program—providing 24/7 assistance by phone and online. Director Andrew R. Stolfi said the agency is ready to support both affected workers and businesses using clear, specialized guidance. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ On Sept. 30, the Oregon Department of Justice created an economic justice arm—adding 14 new positions—and a working families unit to address consumer complaints that doubled in one year, according to Attorney General Dan Rayfield. The reorganization aims to protect Oregon consumers from scams, shady car sales and unfair practices. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maisie's newborn bloodspot screening on her fifth day of life detected a high risk for MCAD deficiency and allowed doctors to begin early treatment (required by law in Oregon). Today, she thrives as a 2-year-old and the state's program continues to help protect newborns. 1430 KYKN
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Michael Carbonaro Live Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — All ages welcome — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro known for his hidden camera magic series.
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Sonic Journey – Sound Bath Experience
7-8:45 p.m. — Salem Friends Meeting — $20-40 sliding scale — Immerse yourself in a meditative sound bath with gongs and crystal singing bowls for profound relaxation.
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Oregon Ready Fair 2025
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — 3930 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR — Free entry — A community event focused on practical emergency preparedness and hands-on learning for all ages.
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Finding Hope, Resilience, and Strength During Turbulent Times All-inclusive Retreat
This retreat will offer a restorative space to rest and rejuvenate in the healing waters as well as guide you on your journey to mindfulness and hopefulness. Find healing and hope through activities like guided meditations, exploration and discovery of strengths and resilience, movement and mobility, soothing sound baths, artistic endeavors, and more!
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