Good morning, Salem.

USDA informed states that SNAP funding will not be available this November because the government shutdown continues and benefits will end after October 31—affecting more than 750,000 Oregonians.

Oregon’s human services agency advised recipients to use local free food resources and stay informed about further changes.

Two Oregon immigrant rights groups, CLEAR Clinic and PCUN, sued federal agencies including DHS, ICE, and the Seattle field office on Thursday, alleging that detained noncitizens were denied access to legal counsel under constitutional rights and federal detention standards — a claim made amid a rise in immigration arrests in the mid-Willamette Valley.

A wastewater sample taken on Oct.

6 at a Marion County treatment plant detected measles virus, but the Oregon Health Authority said no cases have been confirmed locally. The authority alerted health care providers to monitor for possible infections (the detection may come from someone passing through) and reminded residents to keep up with their MMR vaccinations.

Salem Health Boulder Creek Medical Clinic will close after Nov.

14 due to its sale to Capital Neurosurgery Specialists—its 4,000 patients can follow five providers to other Salem Health clinics that have been notified of the change. The providers are relocating to clinics in south Salem, Dallas and Keizer, and Capital Neurosurgery will open its new neurosurgery service on Feb. 2, 2026.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Childbirth Education Series

6-9 p.m. — Community Health Education Center — $90 — Gain essential skills for labor, delivery, and postpartum care through this informative four-week series.

Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic

2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Free service — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.

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!