Juli Foscoli: Building Community Through Kindness, Leadership, and Resilience
As co-owner of South Town Glass, Juli Foscoli draws inspiration from a legacy of dedication to both business and community. Shaped by early life experiences and her parents’ example, Foscoli learned the power of giving back and prioritizing people - values that she continues to uphold as a community leader.
"My parents built their business from the grou…
Award-winning artisan, Kyle Layton, brings craft coffee to Salem
Years of commitment to his craft as a coffee maker opened the door for Kyle Layton to take on part ownership of Salem’s newest cafe, Prismatic Coffee Roasters. “I’ve had this dream for a long time of owning and operating a cafe and roastery, and it seemed like time to try to step into that,” Layton said.
Local coffee connoisseurs Evan Delgado and …
Affordable Housing Takes Center Stage in Oregon’s Local Elections
As election day approaches, candidates are wrangling to stake out their positions on issues to earn the votes of an electorate hungry for progress on Oregon’s most important issues. Affordable housing has taken center stage in many local races, acting as somewhat of a proxy for a generalized feeling that Oregon is becoming too expensive.
Here is a…
Latino Business Alliance’s program equips Latino leaders
The Latino Business Alliance is gearing up for its fifth cohort of the Latino Microenterprise Development Program (LMDP), empowering Latino individuals in the Willamette Valley to launch and grow their businesses.
The Latino Business Alliance developed the LMDP in partnership with Chemeketa Community College, Mid-Willamette Valley Council of Governments, …
Partnership with Avelo continues to send Salem soaring
The Salem-Willamette Valley Airport’s thriving partnership with Avelo Airlines continues to fly business into Salem. “We see this as one of the strongest initiatives to increase economic development in the Mid Valley over the next 10 years,” said Brent DeHart, CEO of Salem Aviation Fueling. The presence of commercial flight in Salem accounts for a n
Basil & Board Sold to Cascadia Pizza Co.
Basil & Board have sold their business to Cascadia Pizza Co., who will be taking over the location at 500 Liberty St. SE Ste. 150, Salem.
The last day of service for Basil & Board will be on October 27th.
This will be the first Oregon location for Cascadia Pizza Co. who opened their first location in Western Washington in 2015 and have since ex…
SEDCOR awards ceremony celebrates the industries that sustain us
The Strategic Economic Development Corporation (SEDCOR) hosted their annual Awards and Membership Meeting at the Salem Convention Center last week, celebrating the achievements of the organization and its members over the past year.
SEDCOR acts as a support network for industry and economic vitality in the Willamette Valley, serving Marion, Polk and Yamhi…
Giving Back: United Way of Mid-Willamette Valley Receives Donation for Low-Income Housing
The United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley is a non-profit organization whose mission is to unite people and resources together to build a thriving and resilient community.
“We actively look for gaps in current services and needs that aren’t being met in our communities,” United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley CEO Rhonda Wolf said. “By bringing …
Spirit Mountain Casino unveils new Top Golf Swing Suite
Spirit Mountain Casino launches their new Top Golf Swing Suite on September 9th, providing an immersive virtual sports experience to casino guests. Enjoy a classy cocktail while you hit par on an iconic golf course, test your fastball, or send the hockey puck soaring in this full sensory experience.
“The Top Golf Swing Suite is a great amenity for guest…