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In today's newsletter:
- Why Salem is taking the Army Corps to court over your water
- What's new at this year's Oregon State Fair in Salem?
- Which Salem-Keizer girls soccer stars could dominate this fall?
Also on today's calendar: Sundial Tour of Homes and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Hazy sun, with a high of 91 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 53.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Salem Files Motion for Preliminary Injunction to Further Protect Drinking Water (kykn.com) — City officials in Salem have filed for a preliminary injunction in federal court to halt or limit the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' planned deep drawdown of Detroit Reservoir this fall. They argue the drawdown could send too much sediment into the North Santiam River, threatening the city's ability to treat drinking water for about 220,000 customers in Salem and nearby communities. 
2. How the Oregon State Fair brings farming to life for Oregonians (rv-times.com) — The Oregon State Fair is returning to Salem Aug. 28–Sept. 7, bringing livestock exhibits, 4-H and FFA shows, new attractions and nightly entertainment to the fairgrounds on 17th Street NE. Salem-area families can explore hands-on agriculture education, enjoy concerts and carnival rides, and plan visits using the detailed hours, ticket prices, parking costs and biosecurity updates already in place.
3. Here are Salem-Keizer area girls soccer players to watch in 2026 (statesmanjournal.com) — High school girls soccer is gearing up across the Salem-Keizer area, with standout players from schools like South Salem, West Salem, McKay, McNary and North Salem expected to shape the 2026 season. The preview highlights returning all-conference talent, rising scorers and league champions, giving local fans a sense of which teams could contend for conference titles and deep playoff runs.
4. Oregon to Launch Explore Health this November (kykn.com) — Starting Nov. 1, Oregonians — including Salem residents — will shop for individual health insurance on a new state-run marketplace called Explore Health instead of HealthCare.gov. Announced from Salem after federal approval, the platform aims to better tailor financial assistance, customer service, and enrollment support to Oregon communities and invites public input as it's finalized.
5. Ex-Oregon congresswoman Chavez-DeRemer takes new job pushing data centers (centraloregondaily.com) — Salem's ongoing fight over proposed data centers gets new context as former Oregon congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer takes a job promoting the industry, even as city council meetings here draw fierce opposition. Her move comes amid statewide debates, gubernatorial support for moratoriums, and growing concerns about how large facilities could affect local communities like Salem.
📸 Around Salem
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Salem
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★ Featured events ★
- Sundial Tour of Homes →
2310 Lancaster Dr SE, Salem
12:00 pm - Developing Your Inner Artist Homeschool Class (Interactive Online) →
Art Play Learn Online,
12:00 pm
Saturday August 29
Friday September 18
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Other local events
- MWVCAA Meet the Employer Event
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Goodwill Job Connection 3535 Lancaster Dr. NE Salem, OR 97305
10:00 am - Salem Emerging Leaders - Coffee Social - 08.27.2026 →
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Location & Address to be announced.
8:30 am - MWVCAA Meet the Employer Event
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Goodwill Job Connection 3535 Lancaster DR. NE Salem, OR 97305
1:00 pm - Catalyst Member Dinner - Exclusive Invite →
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce RH Estate Wines 2995 Michigan City Lane NW Salem, OR 97304
6:00 pm - Greeters Hosted by Center 50+
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Center 50+ 2615 Portland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301
8:30 am - House Concert benefiting Salem Parks Foundation, hosted by Mark Wigg →
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Sunday, August 30, 7-8:30 p.m. 1950 Saginaw St. S, Salem, Oregon
7:00 pm - Grace Goudy Distinguished Artists Series presents: The Elsewhere Ensemble3
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Hudson Hall, Willamette University 900 State Street Salem, OR 97301
7:30 pm - Business Advocacy Monthly Meeting
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce 1110 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
7:00 am - Florence Mineral and Gem Show →
Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St, Florence
10:00 am
Tuesday August 25
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Sunday August 30
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
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🗓 Events Nearby
- MWVCAA Meet the Employer Event
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Goodwill Job Connection 3535 Lancaster Dr. NE Salem, OR 97305
10:00 am - Greeters Hosted by Center 50+
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Center 50+ 2615 Portland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301
8:30 am - CHAMPIONSHIP GAME 1 →
Volcanoes Stadium, 6700 Field Of Dreams Way Northeast Suite 101, Keizer
6:00 pm - CHAMPIONSHIP GAME 2 →
Volcanoes Stadium, 6700 Field Of Dreams Way Northeast Suite 101, Keizer
6:00 pm
Tuesday August 25
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
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