by Salem Chamber | Oct 21, 2020 | Chamber Blog
Marion County Oregon, October 14th, 2020 – EarthWISE, the Sustainable Business Network for Marion County is pleased to announce the availability of a grant program to support and work long term with businesses to prevent food waste. Five businesses will be awarded...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 20, 2020 | Chamber Blog
By Zachary S. Sielicky While some of us were learning to bake or binge-watching Netflix during quarantine, others, especially those who were away from their regular workplace, were doing something entirely different. The number of new businesses that opened during...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 20, 2020 | Chamber Blog
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETues., Oct. 20, 2020CONTACTTel: 503-763-3459 Email: media@cityofsalem.netWebsite: https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/funding-available-for-salem-businesses-impacted-by-covid-19.aspx Apply Now: Additional Grant Funding Available forArea Small...
by Salem Chamber | Oct 20, 2020 | Coronavirus
Masks, face coverings or face shields are currently required statewide for all workplaces and indoor public spaces (for example offices, grocery stores, pharmacies, public transit, personal services providers, restaurants, bars, retail stores and more). Masks, face...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Chemeketa Meets Student Needs During COVID-19 Excitement abounds each September as students and faculty fill the halls of Chemeketa Community College’s seven campuses and centers, signifying the start of a new academic year. But with students learning from the comfort...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Eugene, OR — OCCU Foundation (OCCUF), the philanthropic arm of Oregon CommunityCredit Union (OCCU), is donating $100,000 to aid wildfire recovery efforts across the state.On Sept. 9, OCCUF launched its Fire Relief Fund to provide support to nonprofits caring...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Salem, OR – [10/15/2020] – Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties announces Robbin Kerner as the new Chief Development Officer. “Robbin comes to us with a wealth of experience and expertise as well as a deep passion for our community,” said Sue...
by Salem Chamber | Oct 15, 2020 | Chamber Blog
By Jacob Espinoza I was stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire. My truck’s rim bent out of shape. It was cold outside. It was raining. I didn’t have a jacket. I should have paid attention. The dash on my Tundra even has a little light to alert me when there’s...
by Salem Chamber | Oct 14, 2020 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog, Update, What's Happening in Salem
Released each October, Salem’s annual City Councilor Policy Agenda Progress Report is the key navigation tool for City staff and community residents regarding progress on Council-identified priorities. Key topics include homeless challenges, affordable housing...
by Chamber Comms | Oct 12, 2020 | Press Release, Public Policy blog
(Salem, OR) — Governor Kate Brown today announced the appointment of Matthew Garrett as Wildfire Recovery Director, effective immediately. In this role, Garrett will serve as principal advisor to the Governor on recovery issues related to the 2020 wildfire season,...
