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Spirit Mountain Casino unveils new Top Golf Swing Suite
Spirit Mountain Casino will launch the Top Golf Swing Suite on September 9, providing an immersive virtual sports experience for guests. The suite offers various games, food, and beverages, making it ideal for gatherings or events. With over 12,000 square feet of space, it caters to both leisure and corporate activities.
Salem Rising Star: From Small Beginnings to Major Success: The Journey of Alex Whitaker
Whitaker's journey from a teenage gym employee to the owner of a six-location gym chain in Oregon showcases his perseverance and resilience. Key influences include a supportive boss and his grandmother's lessons in finance. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, empathy in leadership, and aims for nationwide expansion while maintaining core values.
From the desk of Ed Diehl
Measure 117 proposes the implementation of ranked choice voting (RCV) in Oregon, affecting major elections. Critics argue RCV complicates the voting process, may disenfranchise voters, and does not fulfill its promised benefits. Concerns from officials and a history of failures in other jurisdictions raise doubts about its effectiveness. A NO vote is urged.
Shark Tank event empowers local groundbreaking innovators
SEDCOR’s Pitch Willamette event, held in Salem on August 21st, showcased seven startups vying for investment in a Shark Tank-style format. Revino and Stiira secured $20,000 each, highlighting their innovative solutions: sustainable wine bottles and streamlined HR tech. The event fostered vital connections and showcased local entrepreneurial talent, aiming to strengthen the community's economy.
For-profit, nonprofit partnership solves community riddles
SVN Real Estate sold the Statesman Journal Building for $1.98 million to StoreIT, aiming to revitalize the vacant property. A partnership with the Salem Family YMCA will provide community services, including childcare and support for homelessness. Dubbed the “Block of Humanity,†the facility is set to open in fall 2025, showcasing community collaboration.
Giving Back: United Way of Mid-Willamette Valley Receives Donation for Low-Income Housing
The United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley is dedicated to addressing community needs and enhancing residents' lives through innovative solutions. Recently, WaFd Bank donated $50,000 for 15 cottages aimed at supporting seniors facing homelessness, addressing housing stability. The project exemplifies thoughtful design and integration into the community, requiring an additional $2 million to complete.
Bridgetown Conservatory sends Salem students Broadway-bound
Bridgetown Conservatory in Salem, launched after Enlightened Theatrics closed, aims to empower young performers with professional skills for a Broadway career. With a 95% acceptance rate into collegiate musical theater programs, the conservatory emphasizes unique student strengths and offers intense "triple-threat training," fostering confidence and industry connections for aspiring artists.
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...
Buy Now Pay Later in Lifestyle Purchases Showing Non-Payments
The “Buy Now, Pay Later†(BNPL) trend has surged in popularity over the past few years, allowing consumers to purchase everything from clothing to electronics without immediate payment. While this...
The Day - Living a Vacation-Like Lifestyle, Every Day
For many, the idea of a vacation conjures up images of relaxation, exploration, and freedom from the stresses of daily life. But what if you could bring that vacation mindset...