As our earth becomes colder, and the days become shorter, an overlooked population seeks refuge on the margins of our society. The homeless population in our city is a diverse pool of individuals whose voices are often stigmatized with negative connotations. With...
For nearly 50 years, DeSantis Landscapes has called Salem ‘home’. From investing in new ways to conduct sustainable business in Oregon, to their approach to landscape construction, to the talent they hire, DeSantis Landscapes has always placed respect for the...
Budget focuses on addressing key challenges facing Oregonians to build a stronger, fairer, and more resilient state 12-01-20 (Salem, OR) — Governor Kate Brown today released her recommended budget and policy agenda for the 2021-23 biennium, which focuses on the key...
Risk levels and associated safety measures take effect Dec. 3, 25 counties in Extreme Risk (Salem, OR) — Governor Kate Brown today announced updates to county risk levels under the state’s new public health framework to reduce transmission and protect...
Today, Nov. 25, Gov. Kate Brown announced a new safety framework for all 36 Oregon counties once the “two-week freeze” ends on Dec. 2. The framework will utilize the latest science and data to classify counties into four different risk categories:...
Salem Chamber Action Alert: 11-25-20 Today, the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce and countless Chambers of Commerce across Oregon, is stating as clearly and plainly as possible: Local businesses need to be made...
By: Tom Hoffert Salem foodies are graced with so many incredible places to eat. On top of that, restaurant owners are some of the most active business leaders in our community, always looking for ways to give back to those in need. Restaurateurs are cut from a...
Dino Venti, Co-founder of Venti’s Cafe + Taphouse, always dreamt of owning his own restaurant. With two locations in Salem, and as they near their 25th year anniversary in January, reality has surpassed the boundaries of a dream.This history of Venti’s,...
“The Salem Chamber joins our entire nation in our efforts to stem the spread and health effects of COVID-19 across our communities. Like all Americans, we wish to see a sharp decline and ultimate eradication of this novel virus. As an organization, we remain...
NEWS RELEASENovember 17, 2020Media Contact:Liz Merah, 503-877-8287 Governor Kate Brown Issues Executive Order on the Temporary Freeze to Stop the Rapid Spread of COVID-19 The order outlines risk reduction measures, effective for two weeks beginning Nov. 18, in all...
