Real Estate ·
Salem Apartment Project, Monmouth Taco Shop Name Among Three Recent Business Filings
New state records hint at a downtown housing development and possible business changes.
Keona PeoneSalem Development Tracker
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Technology ·
Salem Delays Vote That Could Block Mill Creek AI Data Center
After hours of public testimony, councilors postponed a decision that could determine whether large AI computing facilities are permitted under Salem's existing zoning rules.
Zev Glass
Technology ·
Wyden Pushes Data Center Tax, Tariff Refunds at Salem Business Forum
Oregon’s senior senator addressed rising costs, artificial intelligence and economic competitiveness during an October 19 appearance before Salem business leaders.
Wyatt Jones
Economy ·
Oregon Adds 5,800 Jobs as Retail Employment Falls and Construction Rebounds
The state's unemployment rate eased to 5%, but a stronger September did little to change nearly flat employment growth over the past year.
Zev Glass
Technology ·
Salem Bans Data Center NDAs, Tightens Rules on Secret Deals
Salem will no longer sign nondisclosure agreements involving data center development, following a City Council vote Monday that changes how the city handles confidential business dealings.
Keona Peone
Real Estate ·
Salem Delays Front Street Rezoning as Industrial Use Collides With Riverfront Plans
The 1.43-acre property at 1505 Front Street NE sits between Salem’s industrial past and a long-term push for housing, businesses and redevelopment along the Willamette River.
Wyatt Jones
Technology ·
Salem Data Center Moratorium Would Not Stop Verrus Review
The pending Oakline at Mill Creek application would remain subject to Oregon land-use rules even if Salem adopts a temporary pause on data center development.
Zev Glass
Business ·
Rich Duncan Construction Marks 25 Years With Tribute to Employees and Local Partners
The Salem contractor’s anniversary celebration highlighted a journey from four employees to an established company built on long-term relationships.
Keona Peone
Technology ·
Salem Data Center: Verrus Shares New Project Details
Verrus says its Oakline at Mill Creek campus could bring more than $5 billion in investment, while residents seek answers about electricity, water, noise and public oversight.
Zev Glass
