Birds, blossoms, and basketball light up Salem

Weather

Today in Salem: overcast. (H 70°F / L 50°F)

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Migrating Birds Put on a Show at Downtown Church

If you've been downtown lately, you might have caught an incredible natural spectacle: thousands of migrating birds swirling around a church chimney in a mesmerizing tornado pattern. It's one of those unexpected Salem moments that reminds us why we love this valley.

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Oregon State Fair Opens Its Gates in Salem

The beloved Oregon State Fair is officially open in Salem, bringing all the traditions we look forward to each year—from fair food to exhibits to entertainment. It's the perfect reason to gather with friends and family this week.

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Historic Roth's Grocery Store Set to Close

A piece of Salem history is coming to an end as the historic Roth's grocery store prepares to close its doors. The longtime neighborhood fixture has served generations of local shoppers.

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Oregon Hoopla Brings Basketball to Salem Streets

Get ready for a week of basketball action as Oregon Hoopla tips off on Salem's streets. The event promises competitive play and community spirit throughout the week.

Around Town

Valley Happenings

Salem's natural and cultural calendars are equally packed this week. Those mesmerizing birds swirling around the downtown church chimney are just passing through on their migration, but they're giving us quite a show while they're here. Meanwhile, the Oregon State Fair has thrown open its gates for another year of valley tradition. And if you're more into hoops than livestock, Oregon Hoopla is bringing basketball competition to our streets all week long.