State Fair opens, mail carrier celebrates 50 years

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Oregon State Fair kicks off 11 days of fun

The Oregon State Fair opened its gates this weekend in Salem, bringing carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, and local food vendors to the fairgrounds. Grab your tickets and join neighbors for what promises to be 11 days of summer traditions and new memories.

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Salem mail carrier still loves the route after 50 years

After half a century of delivering mail through Salem's neighborhoods, this dedicated carrier shows no signs of slowing down. His story reminds us that some folks truly find their calling—rain, shine, or snow.

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Downtown church rebuilt three years after arson fire

A downtown Salem church has risen from the ashes, completing its rebuild three years after a devastating arson fire. The congregation's perseverance stands as a testament to community resilience and faith.

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City Council hits pause on data center development

Salem City Council voted to temporarily halt data center projects as officials work to better understand their impact on the community. The decision gives neighbors and planners time to shape how this industry fits into Salem's future.

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Walk honors missing and murdered Indigenous people

Salem residents gathered for a meaningful walk honoring missing and murdered Indigenous people, bringing awareness to an ongoing crisis. The event united community members in remembrance and solidarity.

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If you haven't made it to the Oregon State Fair yet, you've got plenty of time—it runs through the weekend with everything from prize-winning pigs to deep-fried everything. Meanwhile, one Salem mail carrier is celebrating his 50th year on the job, proving that some people really do love Mondays. And downtown, a church that refused to stay down has completed its rebuild three years after arson nearly destroyed it—a story of grit that feels very Salem.