Roth's closes, new oil change opens, and weekend fun awaits

Weather

Today in Salem: overcast. (H 82°F / L 62°F)

Local Headlines

Historic Roth's Grocery Store Closing Its Doors

A beloved Salem grocery institution is shutting down. Roth's has been a neighborhood staple for decades, and its closure marks the end of an era for local shopping.

Local Headlines

Take 5 Oil Change Opens First Salem Location

Quick oil changes just got quicker in Salem. Take 5 Oil Change has opened its first location in town, joining the growing roster of auto services available to Willamette Valley drivers.

Local Headlines

City Proposes Mental Health Program for First Responders

Salinas is pushing for better mental health support for Salem's police and firefighters. The proposed program aims to help those who help us through the toughest calls.

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Weekend Fun: Steam Up, Hoopla, and Oregon's Biggest Garage Sale

This week brings three can't-miss events to Salem: the Great Oregon Steam Up, Hoopla festivities, and what organizers are calling Oregon's largest garage sale. Mark your calendars for vintage machinery, community celebration, and serious treasure hunting.

Local Headlines

Boil Water Advisory Issued for South Salem Homes

Some south Salem residents need to boil their water after water main work. The advisory is temporary, but affected households should take precautions until the all-clear is given.

Around Town

Steam, Sales, and Celebration

It's shaping up to be a banner weekend in Salem. The Great Oregon Steam Up brings vintage machinery and nostalgia, while Hoopla adds community fun to the mix. Bargain hunters won't want to miss Oregon's largest garage sale—one person's clutter is another's treasure. And if you need an oil change before all that driving around, Salem's got a new spot for that too.