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…
City Council Censure Motion Targets Councilors Gwyn and Hoy
The Salem City Council is set to take up a motion to censure Councilor Deanna Gwyn and Mayor-Elect and Councilor Julie Hoy tomorrow.
According to the November 12th meeting agenda, the motion, first reported by the Statesman Journal, will be made by Mayor Chris Hoy, who, earlier this year, was denied re-election when Councilor Julie Hoy successfully challe…
Oregon Warns Residents of Rising Affinity Fraud Schemes Exploiting Trust within Communities
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) recently issued a warning to Oregonians about the dangers of affinity fraud, an investment scam that exploits trust within tightly knit groups to defraud members. The DFR highlighted that affinity fraud is on the rise, preying on bonds in communities, religious organizations, immigrant groups, and other af
Candidates for Secretary of State, 6th Congressional District Square Off in Debate
A packed house gathered Oct. 14 at the Salem Convention Center for a pair of debates between candidates running in two key races in the Nov. 5 general election.
In the first debate, Democrat Tobias Read squared off with Republican Dennis Linthicum vying for Oregon Secretary of State. They were followed by Democratic U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas, who is being …
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
Rock band Birth of Happiness celebrates transformation
Manny Martinez’s band, Birth of Happiness, released its debut album on February 2nd, marking the beginning of a musical journey that delivers a message of radical hope and transformation. The Salem-based band kicked off their live performances in Seattle on August 2nd, with a number of performances to follow in the Salem area.
Growing up in Baltimore, M…
Commercial Business Furniture is Salem’s Longest Running Business
The oldest and continuously run official business has changed ownership and model over the years but has remained committed to providing business for the local community.
The current iteration is called Commercial Business Furniture (CBF), run by the Mizer family. Katy is the Principal Owner, Dale is the Business Manager and their son Sawyer is the Sales …
Fall Attractions for Families and Adults in Salem
Fall has arrived in the Mid-Willamette Valley and with it several Halloween themed activities.
The Salem area has a few options within a short drive of the city listed below:
E.Z. Orchards (5504 Hazelgreen Rd. NE, Salem)
Harvestfest 2024 is running from September 28th-October 30th. Activities include Hayrides, Pumpkin Patch, Petting Zoo, Corn …
Beyond Borders: From middle school teacher to fence builder
What do middle school teachers, life coaches and fence builders have in common? If you had asked me last month, I would have said, pretty much nothing. Brian Remsburg proved me wrong.
Remsburg started Beyond Borders Fences & Decks in 2023 with the intent to build something far larger than just great fences. “We’re more than a fence company,” Rem…
For-profit, nonprofit partnership solves community riddles
After seven years of vacancy, SVN Real Estate secured a buyer that will transform the Statesman Journal Building, thanks to innovative partnerships between for-profit and nonprofit sectors at an impressive scale.
“This building didn’t fit anybody’s needs,” said Nick Williams, Senior Adviser at SVN Real Estate. Williams and Curt Arthur took on the …