Daily
Salem
Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Salem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Woodburn is hosting tours to show its educational classrooms and vocational training areas (including Lord High School, welding, and auto mechanics) to highlight rehabilitation and skill-building efforts. Visitors can view the facility’s diverse programs that prepare youth for future opportunities. Statesman Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility superintendent Troy Britting discussed recent challenges at OYA's largest juvenile detention center in Woodburn during a recent briefing. He explained that the review aims to address operational issues affecting the facility. Statesman Journal
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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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Lancaster Family Health Center Flu 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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Private Visit & Photos with Santa
8:10-8:15 p.m. — Salem Riverfront Carousel — $30 reservation fee — Experience a magical holiday moment with Santa and capture keepsake photos.
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Brooks Ugly Sweater Party
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Brooks Wine — Food and wine available for purchase — Flaunt your favorite ugly sweater for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
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Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings
6:30-12:30 a.m. — The Spinning Room at Willamette Heritage Center — $31.95 — Experience the enchanting sound of Christmas classics performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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End of the Year Art Mixer
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Salem on the Edge Art Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the year's end in a vibrant local art space with community camaraderie.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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