Good morning, Salem.

Salem residents can catch The Blair Witch Project screening at Elsinore Theatre, volunteer at a Willamette River cleanup, or join a free Japanese Koto workshop this week + the events run from Thursday, Oct.

8 to Wednesday, Oct. 14.

A new family-owned laundromat will open Monday, Oct.

26 at 3376 River Rd. N in Keizer (shared with Dan’s Pawnshop) and offers 32 washers and dryers with card payments, reloadable loyalty cards, free Wi-Fi and seating from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Salem Reporter’s investigation into Salem-Keizer Public Schools staffing trends used two decades of district records (showing that classified staff drove much of the over 1,000-staff increase), highlighting long-term changes in the system.

Senior Jolee McMahan unveiled a mural at South Salem High School in September to remind students that it is OK to struggle with mental health and seek support - her art speaks a universal language.

On Oct. 6, real estate experts Amy McLeod and Elizabeth Smith discussed mortgage rates, lending options, and why sellers may struggle to find buyers on Newsmakers at Noon.

They offered practical advice for sellers to work with agents and lenders — guidance to better position homes in today’s market.