Salem news — 2026-05
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Madison Barbershop Expands To Larger Keizer Location
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What happened? Madison Barbershop is opening a larger Keizer location at 5420 River Rd N. Who owns it? The shop is co-owned by Enrique Martinez, Cody...
Local Plumbing Co. Is Hiring A Full-Time Journeyman HVAC Service Technician
Decision Snapshot (Click here) Position Journeyman HVAC Service Technician Schedule Full time Required License Oregon Limited Energy Technician Class B license Preferred License Washington license Location Salem area How To...
Marion County Files Federal Lawsuit To Block Detroit Lake Drawdown
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What happened Marion County filed a federal lawsuit seeking to halt the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ planned Detroit Lake drawdown. Why it matters County officials...
Salem Urban Renewal Agency Approves $1.2 Million For Downtown Grocery Store And West Salem Mixed-Use Project
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What Was Approved Salem’s Urban Renewal Agency approved two capital improvement grants totaling $1.219 million. Downtown Grocery Grant A $470,000 grant will support building improvements and...
After 34 Years in Law Enforcement, Salem Police Chief Trevor Womack Leaves Legacy of Reform
Decision Snapshot (Click here) Who Was Recognized Salem Police Chief Trevor Womack was recognized as he prepared to step down after a 34-year law enforcement career. Why It Matters Councilors...
Downtown Salem Leaders Focus On Safety, Cleanliness And Business Activity At Public Meeting
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What Happened: Downtown Salem business owners and community members met with city, public safety, nonprofit and business leaders April 30 at Grand Theatre. Why It Matters:...
Cristom Vineyards Brings Wine Education, National Recognition to Cozy Taberna
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What Happened Cozy Taberna hosted a Cristom Vineyards winemaker dinner April 29, featuring second-generation owner and winegrower Tom Gerrie. Why It Stood Out The dinner featured...
Moms Are the $2 Trillion Buying Engine of the American Economy
Note from the editor: I'm including a hyperlink next to every statistic in this piece so you can check the math yourself. None of these numbers are mine — they...
Should Salem Turn Eco-Earth Into a Modern LED Sphere? A $1.5M Question
Decision Snapshot (Click here) The Decision Salem faces a major choice over whether to restore the Eco-Earth Globe with traditional materials or consider a more ambitious LED transformation. The Cost...
West Salem Fire Science Program Faces Uncertain Future As Families Push Back
Decision Snapshot (Click here) What’s Happening Salem-Keizer Public Schools may not offer West Salem High School’s fire science/emergency services pathway next school year because of low enrollment and budget constraints....