Ángela Andrada
A local writer set on showing the positives in the community post-graduation. Filled with energy and a degree in finance to pair with an MBA.
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Salem Business Legacy: Tyson Pruett
In a world where business and community leadership often intersect, Tyson Pruett stands out for his commitment to both. As the managing partner of Anthem Strategists, a local business consultancy, this leader has made it his mission to foster business growth while simultaneously uplifting his community through thoughtful leadership.
Reflecting on his jour…
Making a Difference: The Salvation Army and the transformative power of the Red Kettle program
The Salvation Army, internationally recognized for its philanthropic activities, serves as a beacon of hope, breaking down barriers and lending a hand to those most in need. A closer examination of their work, especially their response to individual crises, highlights the substantial influence they exert within the Salem community.
Consider the uplifting …
Salem Business Legacy: Brian Moore’s Journey of Values-Driven Leadership in Business and Community
Brian Gregory Moore, CEO and owner of Neighborly Ventures, Inc., combines legal acumen with a community-first ethos in his role as a pillar of the Salem community. His professional trajectory has seen him evolve from a real estate and land use attorney to a director of real estate development, culminating in his current position as CEO.
Moore's commitment…
Economic Crossroads: Understanding Oregon’s Job Landscape and its Impact on Salem-Keizer Metro Area
SALEM, Ore. - Oregon's employment scene presented a mixed bag in August, signaling potential challenges and opportunities for the Salem-Keizer metro area - a region often seen as the pulse of Oregon's economic heartbeat.
At a glance, Oregon's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.4% in August, matching the record low previously seen in late 2019. Imp…
Western Oregon University Introduces First-in-Region American Sign Language Certificates
MONMOUTH, Ore. - In an era where communication transcends borders and cultures, Western Oregon University (WOU) has taken a momentous step forward. The institution's Board of Trustees has unanimously greenlighted two pioneering undergraduate certificate programs in American Sign Language (ASL) studies. This visionary move addresses a burgeoning need, al
Oregon’s Community Hospitals Struggle with Financial Woes Amid Rising Labor Costs and Government Mandates
Oregon’s community hospitals are grappling with ongoing financial challenges, despite marginal improvements in certain aspects. According to data provided by Apprise Health Insights, an entity affiliated with the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems, the state’s 62 community hospitals suffered a collective loss of $414 million during the
Ideal Option Opens Addiction Medicine Clinic in West Salem
Salem, Ore. –Ideal Option, a premier provider of evidence-based outpatient treatment for addiction to substances such as fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, alcohol, and polysubstance, has opened its doors to new patients in West Salem. Patients will have access to evidence-based medication-assisted treatment from a specialist in addiction medicine on-site.…