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Salem
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Salem school leaders reinforced district policies that bar immigration officers from entering schools amid recent federal arrests in Salem and Woodburn—officials confirmed no officer has entered a school during pick-up or drop-off and urged staff to report any sightings. They stressed that following these procedures will help keep students safe. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Salem city leaders approved a $300,000 incentive that will combine with $1.2 million from community partners to form a $1.5 million safety net for attracting a new airline at the local airport, aiming to protect its federal status if no carrier is secured by mid-November. City staff will begin talks immediately with potential carriers + officials say this move is expected to improve local business travel + preserving essential airport operations. Salem Business Journal
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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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North East Salem Community Association Meeting
7-8:30 p.m. — The Jory Apartments — Free entry — Engage with your community and participate in important neighborhood discussions.
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Needle Felting Class - Pumpkin
6-8 p.m. — CreativiTee — Pre-registration required — Learn to needle felt a pumpkin and expand your fiber arts knowledge this fall.
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Indoor Winter Market at Wavra Farms
10 AM – 3 PM — Wavra Farms & Nursery — Free entry — Discover local vendors and enjoy the warmth of the indoor market this winter.
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The Ty Curtis Band
4-8 p.m. — Beehive Station — Entry details not specified — Ty Curtis returns to his bluesy roots with new music on the way.
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Flu Clinic at Lancaster Family Health Center
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — No cost — Help combat the flu with a quick visit to the clinic for vaccinations.
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Flu Clinic at Lancaster Family Health Center
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — No cost — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.
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Silver Falls 5K Trail Run
4:30-6 p.m. — Silver Falls State Park — Registration opens Aug 1, 2025 — Enjoy a spirited Halloween-themed trail run in one of the largest events of its kind in the west.
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Salem For All! Variety Show
2-11:50 p.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate local talent as performers showcase meaningful cultural works hosted by Peter Bergel.
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Latinas - Wine Tasting With Friends
1-3 p.m. — Cória Estates — $56 — Enjoy a delightful wine tasting experience at a family-owned vineyard in Salem, Oregon.
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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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