Oregon Housing and Community Services Invests $165 Million to Build 550+ Affordable Homes
In a landmark decision on Friday, Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announced a $165 million investment aimed at tackling the state's critical affordable housing shortage. This funding, approved by the Oregon Housing Stability Council, will support the construction of eight housing developments across the state, ultimately providing over 550 af
City of Salem Projects $18 Million Budget Shortfall for 2026, Plans for Financial Strategy
The City of Salem recently released its preliminary five-year financial forecast, projecting an $18 million shortfall in the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2026, with the gap expected to widen over the next few years. This forecast, presented to the City’s Budget Committee, will guide decisions on service prioritization and financial planning.
The financi…
Marion County Reentry Initiative
The Marion County Reentry Initiative is all about return on investment. Helping former prison inmates successfully reintegrate into the community is less expensive, financially and socially, than having them commit new crimes.
That is why area businesspeople joined law enforcement officers, politicians, social service providers, the faith community and ot…
What is the intersection between optimal sales leadership… and the optimal use of today’s technology? Part II
At the conclusion of part one, we mentioned that once you have a deep understanding of your buyer’s journey, you can use technology to give your team a much better chance of meeting the buyer where they are. This is important, because where the buyer is at that moment is where all the best discussions happen.
So – what kind of information should …
Salem Housing Authority Earns National Recognition for Historic Yaquina Hall Restoration
The Salem Housing Authority (SHA) has received its second prestigious award for the transformation of Yaquina Hall, a historic building repurposed to provide supportive housing for the community. The project, which offers 52 residential units for individuals experiencing homelessness and those with disabilities, is situated on the former Oregon State Hosp
Latino Business Alliance: Bridging Gaps and Building Businesses in Salem
Founded during the challenging economic times of the Great Recession, the Latino Business Alliance (LBA) emerged as a response to the needs of small Latino business owners in Salem, Oregon. Co-founders Jose Gonzalez and Balthazar Molina saw firsthand the struggles that local business owners were facing and set out to create a network to support them.
“M…
The Forge: Reigniting Salem’s community spirit downtown
You’ve probably noticed construction on the old Liberty Plaza building by now. A group of local investors seek to pull it from the grave, transforming the building into a hub of business and community.
A Canadian company previously owned the Liberty Plaza, but without their personal investment in the Salem community, it fell into disrepair. Anthem Strat…
From the Desk of Kevin Cameron. Ascending to New Heights: The Economic Power of our Airports
As a longtime resident of Marion County, I’ve witnessed the incredible expansion and economic growth across our community firsthand. There are many contributing factors and areas I could highlight, but today, I want to discuss the critical role that our local airports, both the Salem Airport and Aurora State Airport, play in the economic growth and vita
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…