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Salem Mayoral Candidates Face Off in Wide-Ranging Public Forum
The business community and local residents packed a recent Salem mayoral forum hosted by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce to hear directly from Julie Hoy, the city’s incumbent mayor, and Vanessa …
New Restaurants in the Salem Area You Need to Try
Updated January 12, 2026.
Salem, Oregon’s dining scene continues to grow in all the right ways. Over the past several months, we’ve seen longtime favorites expand, new concepts take root, and …
Benefits of Coworking Spaces for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
Since the early 2000s, coworking spaces have become a game-changer for many entrepreneurs and freelancers. These shared environments provide more than just desk space and WiFi—they can also encoura…
Things to Do in Salem, Oregon // January 9 – 11, 2026
It’s the first upcoming events article of 2026, and Salem’s local event scene is already buzzing! From live music and art openings to cake tastings and bird walks, it’s a great time to try some…
A Fresh Start for Clay and Community: Willamette Art Center Finds a New Home in South Salem
Salem artists, families and clay lovers have reason to celebrate. After an intense period of uncertainty, moving, and renovations, the Willamette Art Center is reopening in a bigger and brighter spac…
Clarifying Your Brand Story: How WhirLocal Salem Put Its Own Framework Into Practice
For local businesses in Salem, Oregon, standing out in a competitive market requires more than good service or strong tools. It starts with a clear and consistent brand story. At WhirLocal, this is n…
Things to do in Salem, Oregon // December 31, 2025 (New Year's Eve Edition 🥂)
As 2025 comes to a close, Salem is ready to celebrate. If you’re looking for a way to ring in the new year, here’s a mix of ways to welcome 2026 with the community. Check out these New Ye…
Nostalgia Hits Commercial Street: Subatomic Vintage Toys Opens Its Doors
A new portal to the 1980s and 90s has officially opened in Salem this month. Subatomic Vintage Toys, located at 1910 Commercial St. SE, celebrated its grand opening this month, turning a former estat…
Stop Shouting, Start Earning Trust: Why Local Brand Authority Wins in Salem
Visibility Isn’t Enough Anymore
If you’re a local service business owner in Salem, Oregon, chances are you’ve wrestled with one or more of these challenges: not enough people know yo…
Things to do in Salem, Oregon // December 26 - 28, 2025
It’s the weekend after the holidays, and while things are winding down, there are still a few local events worth checking out if you’re looking to get out and about.
Teen Create and Co…