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Meet the New South Salem High School Assistant Principals at Ice Cream Social

(SALEM) - South Salem High School would like to invite the Salem community to meet the school's three new assistant principals, and find out how they will help South continue its tradition of excellence.

The school is hosting an Ice Cream Social on August 24th at 7:00 PM in the commons.

The new assistant principals are:

David Phelps, curriculum assistant principal from Lincoln County School District.

Barton Tumlinson, discipline assistant principal from Scappoose School District.

Lilian White, discipline assistant principal from Iredell/Statesville School District.

Museum Hosts Lecture and Film Series

Nancy Floyd’s brother Jim was killed in 1969 in the Vietnam War.

(SALEM) - The Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University will host an illustrated slide lecture and four-part film series in conjunction with its current exhibition, The James M. Floyd Memorial: An Installation by Nancy Floyd, which is on display until Oct. 21st in the Study Gallery.

Mixed media artist Nancy Floyd will discuss her work from the past 20 years, including the 1986 creation of The James M. Floyd Memorial and its relation to her most recent work, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Sept. 15th in the museum’s Roger Hull Lecture Hall.

It’s Take Your Dog to The Movies Night in Independence Saturday

You and your pooch can have a doggone good time at the movie and

(DALLAS) - The Willamette Humane Society is inviting you to take your dog to the movies with the Hill’s Science Diet DogFest Film Festival on Saturday, August 19th at the Riverview Park Amphitheater in Independence.

NAACP Plans Civil Rights March in Salem

"Fighting the good fight for Justice, Tearing Down the walls of Jericho" -Sheryl Dash

(SALEM) - Everyone is invited to attend an upcoming Civil Rights March set for September 30th in Salem. Organized by the Salem/Keizer Chapter of the NAACP, the theme of the event is "Injustice in Oregon" and centers largely around what many call the questionable manslaughter conviction of 23-year old Darrell Sky Walker.

Hotel Charlie: No Big Names Special Salem Premier This Week

Mark your calendars for the upcoming release of Hotel Charlie: No Big Names this Thursday.

(SALEM) - Northern Lights Theatre Pub is hosting a special Salem premier of the move Hotel Charlie: No Big Names on Thursday, August 10th.

It is a chance to come and support a native Oregonian.

In 2005, Corvallis native Jesse Coombs left his hometown to join cinematographer Ben Stookesberry in the most extreme river kayking trip of their lives.

Hotel Charley follows the pair on their expeditions through Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, and Guatemala as they, along with a few other experts and some crazy locals, conquer some of the most challenging and awe-inspiring waterfalls in the world.

First Presbyterian Church Hosting Community Worship Service at Salem’s Riverfront Park on Sun.

The weather forecast for Sunday is mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80’s.

(SALEM) - The First Presbyterian Church is holding a Sunday worship service at Salem’s Riverfront Park Amphitheatre on Sunday beginning at 10:00 AM.

The service is open to worshipers of all faiths and ages.

Those planning on attending should bring with them lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic lunch.

Activities for kids are planned after the service.

Museum Showcases Art Made of Recycled Materials

The new display will open August 26th and run through November 4th.

(SALEM) - In today’s era of heightened environmental awareness, artists are increasingly turning to junk stores, trash bins and surplus outlets to satisfy their urge to create while still caring for the planet.

Oregon State Police Celebrate 75 Years (VIDEO)

Demonstrations included rows of patrol cars and the OSP Bomb Squad robots.

(SALEM) - Today marks the anniversary of the Oregon State Police, which became an agency August 1st, 1931. As part of a special celebration honoring the time span, state police gathered at the Oregon state capitol in a show of solidarity and force. The 75 years have been witness to every kind of challenge that a police agency has endured.

State Fair Honoring Oregon’s Veterans With Veterans Appreciation Days

Free admission, special music and events are planned for Veterans’ Appreciation Days at the Oregon State Fair.

(SALEM) - Veterans looking to attend the Oregon State Fair should plan ahead to save big.

The Oregon State Fair is recognizing the service and sacrifice of Oregon veterans by providing free admission during the first weekend of the fair.

This is for veterans only.

Free admission dates are Saturday and Sunday, August 26th and 27th.

Police Encourage Residents to Join in National Night Out

The Salem and Keizer Police Departments are preparing for the annual National Night Out festivities on Tuesday, August 1st.

(SALEM) - Between the hours of 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM, residents are asked to joins thousands of communities across the nation to open their doors, turn on their outside lights and spend the evening outside visiting with neighbors and police.

National Night Out is designed to: 1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; 2) Generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts; 3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community relations; 4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organizing and fighting back.

It can be a simple front yard block party or huge close-your-street block party potluck with games and activities for children.