MidValley Local News

Celebrate Independence Day in Salem. Learn where to see and buy fireworks. The Salem-Keizer School District adopted an increased budget for the 2025-26 academic year. Music in the Park returns to Woodburn and Monmouth. By Rachel Hughes.

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This story is sponsored by Brew Coffee and Tap House and Keizer Salem Area Senior Center.

Silverton’s Silver Falls Coffee Company started in 2009 with humble goals. Now in nearly 200 grocery stores across Oregon, owners are eying more expansion. By Connor Shreve.

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/local-coffee-roaster-grinds-for-growth/

This story is sponsored by FastSigns.

Victims from a stabbing at the United Gospel Mission remain in stable condition. Get your running shoes and cape ready for CASA of Marion County’s fun run fundraiser. River’s Edge Summer Series returns with movies and music in the park. And, the City of Salem tests soil and groundwater after discovering traces of per- and polyfluoroalkyl. By Rachel Hughes.  

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/not-all-superheros-wear-capes-some-wear-running-shoes/  

This story is sponsored by Brew Coffee and Tap House and The Physical Therapy Project.

The Salem Bicycle Club leads group bike rides and advocates for area bike issues. Second-year President Tim Newman invites new riders to join the club. By Connor Shreve. 

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/salem-bike-club-riding-strong/  

This story is sponsored by The Physical Therapy Project.  

Honor Juneteenth with a history walk and community celebration. Sample local drinks and support a nonprofit at Garten Services’ Sip & Stroll Salem. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes. 

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/celebrate-juneteenth-with-free-community-events/

This story is sponsored by Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce and Mega Foods.  

How do high schools equip students for success after graduation? Whether students want to continue their education or enter the workforce, the Career Technical Education Center in Salem reimagines high school to fill the gap between education and employment. By Rachel Hughes. 

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/finding-the-missing-link-between-education-and-employment/ 

This story is sponsored by Brew Coffee and Tap House and Keizer Salem Area Senior Center. 

The votes are in for Salem’s local option levy. Watch for results! The American Cancer Society’s relay to celebrate survivors comes to MidValley this June. A new book pedaler comes to Independence. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes.

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/salem-residents-vote-in-favor-of-levy-for-city-services/ 

This story is sponsored by The Sippery Coffee Co. and Fastsigns of Salem.

In just its third season, Oregon’s only semi-professional football team has built a championship caliber roster. This season, the Dallas-based squad hopes to improve on its semi-finals loss in 2024. By Connor Shreve.

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/cobras-carry-confidence-into-postseason/ 

This story is sponsored by The Physical Therapy Project and Monmouth - Independence Chamber of Commerce.

Weekly markets are located at Salem Hospital, Chemeketa Community College, West Salem and Downtown. By Connor Shreve.

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/salem-community-markets-grow-into-27th-year/

This story is sponsored by The Sippery Coffee Co. and Fastsigns of Salem.

The City of Independence invites residents to learn about the Parks Master Plan at an open house. The Oregon Humane Society’s Doggie Dash returns to Salem. And the McGilchrist Complete Street Project causes road closures through 2025. By Rachel Hughes.  

Watch this story at https://midvalleylocal.news/news-story/lace-up-and-leash-up-for-salems-doggie-dash/ 

This story is sponsored by Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce and Mega Foods.