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Salem
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This week Salem hosts many events including a Deepwood Museum holiday market on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a roller derby doubleheader at Cherry City starting Saturday at 4:30 p.m., and a LEGO party for kids at Salem Library on Saturday from 2 to 3 p.m. The library also celebrates expanded hours with a Sunday event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—Elsinore Framing holds an art auction on Sunday from 1 to 7 p.m. and internet personality Skweezy Jibbs premieres his film with a Q&A at Grand Theatre on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Salem Reporter
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ State highway engineers tried to blow up an eight-ton gray whale with 20 cases of dynamite on a Florence beach in 1955 but the plan backfired when chunks of blubber flew and damaged a parked car—an event that Salem newspapers helped turn into a lasting part of Oregon history. Salem Reporter
- ➤ The Oregon Heritage Commission awarded $378,971 in competitive grants to 31 statewide projects on November 12 for preservation, research and oral history efforts. Locally, the City of Salem will use its funds for an archaeological excavation at the former Oregon Methodist Mission Indian Manual Labor Training School site — while the Willamette Heritage Center will complete preservation assessments on nearby historic buildings. 1430 KYKN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 12, Marion County Fire District No. 1 held its first all-female promotional ceremony in Salem as Suzy Ryan, Trisha Preston, Caroline Kjeldgaard, and Leslie Simpson were promoted from paramedics to lieutenants—marking a historic step for the department. Statesman Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Marion County Behavioral Health Crisis Center moved to a new, larger building at 1234 Commercial St. S.E. on Oct. 30, offering walk-in and law enforcement referrals more space and separated waiting areas—this expansion includes crisis stabilization rooms for individuals in both substance use and mental health need, and follows a ribbon-cutting on Oct. 27 celebrating its 30th anniversary. Anyone, even without insurance, can access free 24/7 services at the center. Salem Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Salem Capitals have joined the revived United States Basketball League and will play next season as a founding member in a league that promises higher competition and a family-friendly experience. Team owner Jason Conrad said the new league will offer fair ticket prices and better exposure—helping Salem grow as a sports hub. Salem Business Journal
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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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Boardgames and Food Carts
4-7 p.m. — Checkpoint 221 — Grab your food and drinks before diving into an afternoon of boardgames and fun.
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Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie Salem Premiere
7-10 p.m. — Grand Theater — Cost info not available — Catch the exclusive Salem premiere of Skweezy Jibbs' feature film followed by a Q&A with the star himself.
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Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Free — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.
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Dareyes DLS and Friends Live Concert
7-10 PM — The Pavilion — $10 parking — Experience an energetic night of regional music with top performers including Dareyes DLS and Cuisillos.
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DAWN at the World Beat Holiday Market
11 AM – 6 PM — Willamette Heritage Center — Free entry — Experience DAWN at the festive World Beat Holiday Market.
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Lancaster Family Health Center Flu Vaccine Clinic
2-6 p.m. — Lancaster Family Health Center at Lancaster — Insurance accepted — Help fight off the flu with a timely in-and-out trip to the clinic.
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Infant/Toddler Storytime
11:00–11:20 a.m. — Salem Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes perfect for little ones up to 2 ½ years old with their grownups.
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Salem Run'ucopia Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
9:10 a.m. — Riverfront City Park — Registration available until Thanksgiving morning — Participate in a community-run event to celebrate the holiday spirit.
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