Pentacle's 2027 lineup, fair fun, and wildfire heroes home

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Today in Salem: mostly clear. (H 85°F / L 56°F)

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Your week ahead: Tribute bands, classic cars, and digging into the past

This week brings a tribute music festival, a free car show for vintage vehicle enthusiasts, and an archeology workshop for curious minds. Whether you're tapping your feet to familiar tunes or learning about local history, there's something to pique your interest around town.

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Pentacle Theatre unveils its 2027 season

Our beloved community theater has announced next year's lineup. Mark your calendars now—Pentacle always delivers stellar local performances that bring neighbors together.

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Marion County Fair arrives with concerts and Christmas (yes, really)

The Marion County Fair opens this week with all the classic summer fun. Don't miss America's 250th anniversary concert, and for those already missing the holidays, there's even a Christmas movie night on the schedule.

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Salem firefighters return home after battling central Oregon blaze

Our local crew is back from the front lines of Oregon's record wildfire season. They've been fighting flames in central Oregon as the state faces unprecedented burn conditions this summer.

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Students tell Salem-Keizer schools: mental health and tech matter most

Student advisors are making their voices heard ahead of the new school year, prioritizing mental health support and technology access. It's encouraging to see our young people speaking up about what they need to succeed.

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Stage & Screen

Theater lovers, rejoice: Pentacle Theatre just dropped its 2027 season lineup, giving us plenty to look forward to in the year ahead. Meanwhile, this week offers no shortage of entertainment with a tribute music festival and a free car show rolling into town. And if you're already counting down to the holidays (we won't judge), the Marion County Fair has you covered with a Christmas movie night—because it's never too early for a little festive cheer in August.