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Are Salem-Keizer incomes keeping pace with inflation?

Many workers have experienced stagnating wages amid rising inflation, creating disparities in economic wellbeing. While some areas, like Salem, saw income growth, others struggled with slowe...

Salem's Rising Stars: From Grandma's Kitchen to the Streets of Salem: The Culinary Journey of Sederia Shantel and Ba-Hi de Nanay

From the bustling environment of The Yard Food Park to the friendly atmosphere of Checkpoint 221, Sederia Shantel's Filipino food truck, Nanay's Ba-Hi, has quickly established itself as an i...

Salem Business Legacy: Skyward Ambitions - Brent Dehart's Commitment to Community Progress

Brent Dehart's multifaceted leadership story isn't merely a tale of industry advancement. As the dynamic President of Salem Aviation Fueling and Chair of the Fly Salem Steering Committee, De...

Salem Airport will have Commercial Flights beginning in October

Avelo Airlines will resume commercial flights at Salem Municipal Airport, offering nonstop routes to Las Vegas and Burbank beginning October 5. After years of effort, local stakeholders aim...

Let Salem Vote!: Will citizens decide on the employee-paid payroll tax in November? 

Salem, Ore. -The Oregon Business & Industry has gathered over 5,000 unverified signatures for the "Let Salem Vote!" petition as of July 30, seeking to put the newly adopted Safe...

Salem City Council meeting on July 10 could decide employee-paid payroll tax:

“We can’t leave it to another Council to decide,” says Mayor Hoy Salem’s population is growing, but the budget for police, fire, homelessness, and emergency services is falling behin...

Salem's Rising Star: Josh Kay

Josh Kay, a distinguished name in Salem's commercial real estate industry, exemplifies how patience, active listening, and mentoring can significantly shape a prosperous career. As an alumnu...

State Senator Deb Patterson

As an Oregon State Senator representing SD 10, I supported bipartisan bills in 2023 aimed at boosting Oregon's economy. These include expanding childcare access, addressing housing shortages...

Salem Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Awards Showcases the Growing Community

Several businesses were honored at the Salem Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Awards. One of the highlights of the event was the Salem Capitals being named the New...

Salem's "Bark Boys" Named Business of the Year by Salem Chamber of Commerce

Bark Boys, a local business in Salem, has received the "Business of the Year" award from the Chamber of Commerce, recognizing its commitment to excellence, customer service, and community in...

What Primary Election Winners Should Know

In Oregon's primary election, candidates emphasized the importance of small businesses, yet often struggle to translate promises into effective legislation. Small businesses face unique chal...

Honoree George Grabenhorst Receives 2023 Oregon State REALTOR of the Year Award

Correction Notice: In our June 2023 feature, "Salem Business Legacy: Honoree George Grabenhorst Receives 2023 Oregon State REALTOR of the Year Award," we inadvertently misrepresented aspects...

Salem Events: July

The award-winning "Best Damn BBQ Sauce" was founded in Salem

Mike White, inspired by his sauce hunt, created his own BBQ sauce in Salem, named ‘Sweet Lady Love.' His sweet and tangy Kansas City style sauce won first place at the prestigious Amer...

INVESTING IN OUR COMMUNITY - MARION COUNTY BUDGET COMMITTEE MET AND APPROVED THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 -24 COUNTY BUDGET

On May 23, the Marion County Budget Committee met to discuss the proposed $689 million fiscal year 2023-24 budget. The committee is composed of three county commissioners and three citizen.....

Legislature Working to Increase Construction Regulation Authority

Construction bills in an Oregon legislative session are typically focused on prevailing wage, apprenticeship, and public contracting. However, this year dollars in federal spending bills com...

Local Elections

The primary races in Oregon concluded on May 17th, marking significant political shifts, particularly for the gubernatorial race featuring Tina Kotek, Christine Drazan, and Betsy Johnson. Sa...

Salem Business Legacy: Honoree George Grabenhorst Receives 2023 Oregon State REALTOR of the Year Award

George Grabenhorst, Senior Advisor at SVN Commercial Advisors LLC, has received the prestigious 2023 Oregon State REALTOR of the Year Award, in recognition of his exceptional leadership, pro...

Chane Griggs: A Beacon of Servant Leadership in Salem

The Salem Chamber of Commerce recently awarded Chane Griggs the prestigious First Citizens Award, recognizing her exceptional accomplishments as a servant leader in the community. Griggs has...

Senate Moves Closer to Implosion

The political stalemate in the Oregon Senate is showing no signs of breaking in time for a normal conclusion to the 2023 Legislative Session. If anything, leadership is moving further...