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Monday, October 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon State Fair ended with a 37.4% increase in attendance despite record-breaking heat on opening days—final turnout made up for a slow start, and loyal fairgoers and extra food vendors helped drive the success. Organizers announced plans to launch Scare at the Fair this fall to keep the community spirit alive. 1430 KYKN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A contractor in Salem was fined $28,800 for failing to use a licensed asbestos abatement contractor and accumulating asbestos waste—violating state rules at the former Nissan dealership at 2908 Market St. NE that was damaged by a fire in January 2024. Statesman Journal
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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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Author Meet & Greet Book Signing
1-4 p.m. — Barnes & Noble Salem — Free entry — Celebrate the release of the final book in the Alex McKenna series with a cozy book signing event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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