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Salem
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Turner, located in Marion County, has a 70-acre lake and the Enchanted Forest — natural attractions that shape the city. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Several downtown Salem roads will close on Nov. 28 for the fourth annual holiday parade; the route will start at 5:30 p.m. on Court Street NE and end with a Christmas tree lighting at Commercial and Court—closures begin at 3 p.m. and free parking is offered from Nov. 27 to Nov. 30. Statesman Journal
- ➤ Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 271 delivered a record 250 Thanksgiving meal kits on November 21 to veterans and others in the mid-Willamette Valley with the help of more than a dozen volunteers who assembled kits containing turkey, potatoes, and other essentials—each kit coming from donations and local discounts. The chapter plans to deliver a similar or larger number for Christmas, aiming for about 500 kits this year. Salem Reporter
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bird expert Harry Fuller reported that wild turkeys in Salem roam local streets and gardens as they forage for food and rest. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife estimates that 40,000 to 45,000 turkeys live statewide — and their flocks in Marion County have grown since their introduction in 1961. Salem Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ODOT said drivers heading south for Woodburn Premium Outlets tomorrow should expect heavy traffic near Exit 271 on Interstate 5, and they are setting up no-parking signs, overhead message boards, and extra road signs to help clear the backups + direct vehicles onto alternate routes like Donald-Aurora Exit 278. Crews will also guide drivers away from the congested ramp to reduce delays. Statesman Journal
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Magic at the Mill
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM — Willamette Heritage Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical holiday lights festival with entertainment, markets, and Santa visits.
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GLOW Christmas Light Adventure
4:45-9 p.m. — Volcanoes Stadium — Admission starting at $14.99 (+ fees) — Experience a whimsical search-and-find adventure amidst over a million twinkling lights and festive holiday scenes.
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Santa Paws Photo Event for Project POOCH
12-4 p.m. — Rogue Salem Public House — Donations welcomed — Capture festive moments with your dog while supporting a great cause.
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Holiday Author Meet & Greet
1-4 p.m. — Barnes & Noble — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with signed copies of the Alex McKenna series featuring ghosts, witches, and paranormal adventures.
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72nd Annual SnoBall
72nd Annual Teen dance at Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion. The only dance that is inclusive of all high school and home schooled students.
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GLOW Christmas Light Adventure
4:45-9 p.m. — Volcanoes Stadium — Admission starting at $14.99 — Experience a magical landscape with over a million lights and festive activities for the whole family.
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Oregon Total Worker Health Alliance Share and Connect
6-10 p.m. — 400 High St SE, Salem, OR — Lunch provided — Network, learn, and collaborate on best practices for workplace health and safety.
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Sonic Journey Meditation Experience
7-8:45 p.m. — Salem Friends Meeting House — $20-40 sliding scale — Experience profound relaxation and mindfulness through immersive sound meditation with gongs and crystal singing bowls.
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December Paint & Sip Night
6-8 p.m. — Vortex Eatery & Taphouse — Full menu available — Enjoy an evening of creativity with drinks and painting in a relaxed setting.
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Santa Baby Holiday Networking Event 2025
5:30-11:59 p.m. — Center 50+ — Free entry — Get ready to jingle and mingle at a festive night of connections and cheer for local businesses.
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High Risk Driver Course
6-10 p.m. — Salem Hospital, Building D — Court-mandated attendance — Complete the required class for high risk drivers to avoid penalties.
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~ Alfred Adler
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