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Hey Salem, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Migrating Canada geese, gongs and crystal bowls, and Concussion defends a North American title + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Salem protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Seven subspecies take flight: Photographer and wildlife biologist Kelly Warren has been documenting thousands of migrating Canada geese across western Oregon, including near Salem. His field guide shares history, biology, photos, and photo tips — read the full story.
New safeguards for families: Oregon lawmakers passed a bill targeting unsafe child car seats, increasing online seller accountability and closing a legal gap. It gives families in Salem a path to seek justice — see what’s in the bill.
Regulatory scrutiny intensifies locally: Salem Health and Santiam Hospital await state review of a proposed merger to expand care in the Salem and Stayton areas. Public town halls took place Feb. 26 and 27 — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pasta night, sorted: Craving a twirl of noodles? Gamberetti’s Italian Restaurant serves fresh pasta with rich house-made sauces, from silky carbonara to classic spaghetti and meatballs, plus a cozy vibe that turns weeknights into a little celebration and a warm welcome.
Vintage treasure hunt: Feeling the itch to switch up your closet or decor without chaos? Finders Keepers Unique Boutique gathers 100 local vendors under one roof, letting you roam from vintage tees and jewelry to quirky home goods and collectibles. The mix shifts often… expect delightful surprises.
Cold fix, warm vibes: If your back is negotiating with your calendar, a quick session at Capitol Cryo can reset things fast. Think whole-body cryotherapy, local spot work, plus compression and infrared add-ons. Low lift, high payoff, and right here in Salem when you need a little bounce-back.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
☕ Cup of Joe Breakfast (2026) @ Salem Convention Center | Friday (3/6) at 9:00 AM – Skip your kitchen coffee and join the Cup of Joe Breakfast at Salem Convention Center, a free fundraiser for Center 50+ as they celebrate 50 years of connection, wellness, and community. Expect good company, warm fuzzies, and zero dishes, then register at cupofjoe2026.eventbrite.com.
🐦 Urban Birding @ Clark Creek Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Think you can tell a chickadee from a nuthatch before coffee? Join Salem’s Park Ranger for a free, first-Saturday birding walk that visits a different city park each month, co-hosted by Just Walk Salem and Salem Audubon Society, and you need to register in advance.
🍺 Fermentation Celebration 2026 @ LifeSource Natural Foods | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to celebrate good bacteria, this is it. One-day Fermentation Celebration at LifeSource offers free samples, giveaways, and flash sales, with kimchi, kombucha, and sourdough proving that time, salt, and bubbles do the heavy lifting.
🌸 Spring Family Market @ Salem Center | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Spring fever calls for a family stroll through Salem Center’s expanded digs, now spilling into the North and South Buildings. Kids hit bounce houses and crafts while you browse 60+ vendors, grab a photo op, and get in free. Makers, applications are still open.
🌱 Plant and Seed Swap @ Salem Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Spring gardening energy is spilling into the library with a plant and seed swap, co-hosted by OSU Extension, Marion County. Bring extra cuttings, mystery seeds, and that spider plant army, or come claim green roommates while Master Gardeners answer questions. Free, first come, first served.
🎻 Salem Trad Session @ Venti’s Cafe + Beer Vault | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade Netflix hum for a proper session, here it is. Live Irish and Scottish tunes with fiddles, a penny whistle, a bodhran, guitars, a cello, and whoever else wanders in. All ages, free, proper craic.
🎶 Lip Bomb @ Westside Station | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 PM – Free night of 80s singalongs, cold drinks, and a dance floor that still remembers your high school moves. Lip Bomb returns to Westside Station with 80s and 90s bangers, the Northwest’s best kazoo, and free swag, so get there early and claim a chair.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Salem report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 57°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 73%
Rain likely after 7am. Mostly cloudy. High near 57, with temperatures falling to around 55 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Rain before 4am, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 47. South southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 53°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 100%
Showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then rain between 7am and 10am, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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