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Salem
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Any Sundae—the south Salem ice cream shop on Commercial S.E.—set up a mini food pantry to serve those affected by the November pause in SNAP benefits. Owner Caleb Hayward spent nearly $300 to stock the table and the store accepts food pick-ups and donations daily from noon to 9 p.m. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Downtown Salem will kick off the holiday season on November 28 with a volunteer-run community parade organized by the Salem Main Street Association. Roads close at 4:30 p.m. and the parade runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.—a tree lighting at Commercial and Court will follow. Salem Business Journal
- ➤ Salem food pantries are expecting chaos this weekend after a federal judge ordered SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown, but state officials have not confirmed when Oregonians will receive their payments. Gov. Tina Kotek plans to distribute $5 million to food banks—state agencies will load benefits to debit cards once federal funds are released. Salem Reporter
- ➤ Local restaurants are stepping in as SNAP benefits stopped today, offering free food and reduced meals to help ease the impact. On Any Sundae has set up a non-perishable food table until Christmas Eve, while other eateries plan Thanksgiving meals and donations—actions that support nearly 90,000 SNAP users in the area. Statesman Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wells Fargo will lay off 147 employees in Salem on Dec. 26 as it permanently closes its call center on Hawthorne Avenue SE—workers were notified on Oct. 28—and will be given severance and career assistance. The decision follows earlier plans and affects the bank’s local operations. Statesman Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chemawa Indian School marks 140 years in Salem—after relocating from Forest Grove in 1885, it remains a federal boarding school that has served local education. Statesman Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Department of Emergency Management and the Department of Land Conservation and Development announced that FEMA approved the 2025–30 Oregon Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan, which outlines updated strategies to reduce risks from wildfires, earthquakes, floods, drought, and landslides. The plan, developed over a 20-month process with 348 participants, will guide state and local efforts and help secure FEMA mitigation funding for future projects. 1430 KYKN
- ➤ State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said that treasury staff reduced the share of the $97 billion public pension fund in private equity funds to 26% after criticism over past investments. The council will lower that percentage to 25% by year’s end and eventually cap it at 20%—with $26 billion already in private equity. Salem Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State Hospital maintained its accreditation from The Joint Commission after a review confirmed it sustained corrective actions for patient falls and restraint practices. Hospital teams improved training and will continue working with state partners—ensuring safe, quality care for patients. 1430 KYKN
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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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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.
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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.
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Indoor Winter Market at Wavra Farms
10 AM – 3 PM — Wavra Farms & Nursery — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy a cozy market atmosphere this winter season.
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Malderine Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Oregon Garden Resort — Dinner and drinks available — Enjoy a captivating evening with Malderine's blend of haunting melodies and favorite tunes.
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Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
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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Beginning Charcoal Drawing Class
10 AM – 2 PM — McMinnville Senior Center — All materials included — Discover the expressive world of charcoal in a laid-back, beginner-friendly class.
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Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Varies by insurance — Help protect against the flu with a quick and convenient clinic visit.
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Barracuda - Heart Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Elsinore Theatre — Ticket info available online — Experience an album-accurate tribute to Heart with the powerhouse vocals of DL Car.
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Casual Table Tennis Match
3:30-5 p.m. — Willamette Table Tennis Club — $5 includes all equipment — Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you'll be matched for table tennis games.
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