Good morning, Salem.

Salem's week is filled with holiday festivities ranging from a tree lighting at Riverfront Park to holiday concerts and tours of Polk County's history.

Willamette University holds its annual Star Trees lighting event, bringing together students, staff, and the community in a festive celebration.

Nine Parrish Middle School students safely evacuated a school bus that caught fire in Salem, with no injuries reported.

A Salem teenager was sentenced to life imprisonment with a chance of parole after 30 years for the 2022 murder and rape of a 13-year-old girl in Beaverton.

Salem galleries and museums feature diverse exhibitions in December, including Oregon forest explorations and vibrant red artworks.

Freres Lumber Co's mass ply product, made from wood reclaimed from the Santiam Canyon wildfires, offers a sustainable and efficient building material alternative to concrete and steel, utilized in recent Salem construction projects.

Wells Fargo announced the closure of its Salem corporate office and the layoff of 221 employees by the end of 2025, while noting that bank branches are unaffected.

Marion County's waste disposal is in transition as the Brooks incinerator, a key facility for nearly 40 years, will cease accepting garbage on Dec.

31, leading to a public discussion on alternative management strategies.

Salem City Council agreed to pay $140,000 in total to settle both a racial discrimination lawsuit involving a Hispanic court worker and a separate workers' compensation claim by a former police officer.

Magic of Lights in Salem

Experience a spectacular light display at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center on December 6, 2024.

Salem Etsy Team Holiday Market

Experience a festive holiday market featuring over 150 vendors offering handmade goods, gifts, and activities for families, including an appearance by Santa.

71st Annual SnoBall Mid-Willamette Valley Dance

SnoBall involves more than a dozen high schools in the Mid-Valley. Typically, about 1,500 to 2,000 students attend. SnoBall used to be a Sadie Hawkins-style ball where girls were the ones who asked their dates. Today, anyone can ask anyone to the dance.

Sunday Storytime for Kids

This weekly event at Barnes & Noble features storytelling, crafts, and snacks for children.

Magic of Lights at Oregon State Fair

Experience a festive display of lights and holiday ambiance at the Magic of Lights event in Salem.

Wednesday Storytime

Enjoy a morning of stories, crafts, and snacks at Barnes & Noble in Salem, Oregon.

Girl Named Tom Live at Elsinore Theatre

Girl Named Tom, a trio of siblings who made history by winning NBC's The Voice, will perform live, showcasing their harmonious talent.

Peak Harvest: A Communal Feast

Join us at Bryn Mawr Vineyards for a festive, family-style wine and food pairing that celebrates the rich community spirit that brings us together this time of year.

9th Annual Capitol City Showcase - Youth Basketball Tournament

The Capitol City Showcase is a youth basketball tournament for boys and girls in grades 4-8, featuring multiple divisions and a $200 gift card for division champions.

2024 Salem Holiday Market Plant Clinic

The event features MCMGA volunteers providing plant clinic services at the Salem Holiday Market, offering assistance and educational resources to the public while promoting local holiday shopping.

Magic of Lights in Salem

Experience the holiday-themed light display at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center.