At Bo & Vine Burger Bar, the artistry of crafting the perfect burger takes center stage. Located at 2661 Cascadia Industrial St. SE in Salem, this fast-casual restaurant is the brainchild of Michael Adams, whose culinary journey began over 25 years ago with a barbecue food truck and has evolved into a thriving multi-location business.

Michael’s pass…

Chemeketa Community College has launched an ambitious initiative to address critical workforce shortages in healthcare, manufacturing, and technology across Oregon. With support from the Workforce Ready Grant, the programs aim to create accessible pathways for individuals to enter and thrive in these industries, particularly focusing on underserved commun

High school students across Oregon have the chance to showcase their creativity and compete for cash prizes while supporting an important cause: promoting workplace safety and health for young workers.

The 2025 media contest, organized by the Oregon Young Employee Safety (O[yes]) Coalition, invites students to create a compelling video or graphic design t…

As Sam Skillern III prepares to step down as Executive Director of the Salem Leadership Foundation (SLF) at the end of December, his nearly three decades of service reveal a profound legacy of community-building and collaborative leadership. Skillern's career, shaped by experiences in Salem and Seattle, underscores the importance of fostering connections

Derek Gilbert's journey from the small-town charm of Corvallis, Oregon, to becoming a leader in both his industry and community is marked by resilience, adaptability, and an unyielding commitment to making a difference.

Gilbert, a proud graduate of Corvallis High School and Linfield College, launched his professional life managing operations at Jeld-Wen W…

The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Energy Smart Industrial (ESI) program, a pioneering initiative that has transformed energy efficiency in the industrial sector across the Pacific Northwest. Over the past decade and a half, the program has not only helped businesses grow and compete but has also been inte

With the rise of AI systems in recent years, workers worldwide have expressed growing concern. Some describe tools like ChatGPT as harbingers of job loss due to their impressive efficiency. For many, AI feels like a threat to job security.

Stevie Fox, of Rain Marketers, speculates that fear of change underlies AI anxiety. “If someone has been working fo…

The Willamette Valley Council (WHC) is an organization that focuses on giving back to the community by directing the funds of the Marion and Polk County Coordinated Care Organization (CCO).

Founded in 2019, The WHC is the governing body for Pacific Source Community Solutions and together they manage the CCO to help advance health system transformation, im…

Despite rising interest rates, the Oregon real estate market is showing signs of resilience as 2025 approaches. November 2024 statistics from RMLS reveal a positive outlook, particularly in Salem and the surrounding areas, where promising trends suggest a strengthening market.

One of the most notable indicators is the rise in the average sale price, which…

In the heart of Salem, Oregon, Indigo Wellness Center stands as a beacon of health and community connection, led by its founder, Dr. Zohra Campbell. A chiropractor, yoga therapist, and visionary, Campbell reflects on her two decades of leadership and the impact her journey has made on the Salem community.

“My personal history and experiences shaped Indi…