Newsletter
Oct 14, 2026
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Also inside: a mural that took 160 hours, Encore's winemaker dinner, and Blast Off Vintage's basement shows.
Oct 7, 2026
Also inside: Amtrak's new Airo trains, Pintxo's delicious tapas, and Furbish-ing old finds with new life.
Sep 23, 2026
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Salem’s revamped playground is expected to soft open in early October after construction delays.
Sep 9, 2026
Plus Boot Scoot and Brew, Hispanic Heritage Day, and Hands Across the Bridge all happening Sept 12th!
Aug 26, 2026
Plus: Italian comfort and live jazz at Christo's, 50 years of The Bike Peddler, and what's happening this weekend!
Aug 12, 2026
Also inside: A South Salem transit hub 20 years in the making, Filipino comfort food + a longtime indie cinema favorite.
Aug 5, 2026
Plus: What Salem Health’s takeover means, Japanese comfort food and a local spot for yoga, massage and more
Jul 29, 2026
Plus: a local builder turns 25, downtown matcha and Salem’s family-run rock school
Jul 22, 2026
Plus: an $11.3 million IRONMAN weekend, two Oregon universities joining forces and a downtown restaurant with something for everyone
Jul 15, 2026
Also featured: A city-wide volunteer cleanup at Walter Wirth Lake, a local author event, and race weekend downtown
Jul 8, 2026
Plus: summer drinks on Broadway, Marion County Fair, and Christmas in July
Jul 1, 2026
Plus Salem’s new city budget, an I-5 ramp closure, and a few tasty ways to spend the holiday weekend.
Jun 24, 2026
Plus, a riverfront project to watch, smoky Fourth of July eats, berry flats, and local events around town.
Jun 17, 2026
Also inside: local business pride, Father’s Day pints, and a city full of music
Jun 10, 2026
Plus Salem’s new two-zone dog park, live jazz and steak by the park, and downtown wedding-season help.
Jun 3, 2026
In this Scoop: a weeklong pioneer wagon train adventure, scratch-made tacos, and your last chance for peak peony blooms.
May 27, 2026
Also featured: A stunning new lunch spot, glowing sunset paddles on the Willamette, and Salem’s new 5-year master plan.
May 20, 2026
Plus, a farewell to Roger Tofte, Salem roller derby, and Memorial Day weekend fun
May 13, 2026
Plus: 10 acres of irises in bloom, Monday "Rundays" with Gallagher Fitness, and this week's best local events!
May 6, 2026
Also inside: Saturday Market’s big opening weekend, the best Mother’s Day brunch spots, plus so much more!
Apr 29, 2026
Plus the Crooked House Playground reopens early, fresh downtown flavor, Mother’s Day gift ideas, and this week's best local events.
Apr 22, 2026
Also featured: a downtown studio for handmade gifts, the “Hidden History” photo contest, and the JCPenney building refresh
Apr 15, 2026
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Plus: Oregon’s new economic push, Salem’s 75th First Citizen Awards, and a full week of local events
Apr 8, 2026
Salem’s spring calendar is officially in motion: dinner with a view, peak tulips, and a few local favorites
Apr 1, 2026
Discover AI handling 911 calls, adrenaline-pumping paintball and laser tag, and vibrant dahlias in full bloom.
