Starting your first vegetable garden can feel daunting. There are seeds (or starts) to choose, soil to prepare, and questions about what will actually grow well. But when you start to get the hang of things, gardening becomes one of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature, your home, your fam…

Looking to freshen up your living space or finally tackle that home decorating project you've been dreaming about? Salem, Oregon is home to some wonderful local shops that can help you breathe new life into your home with unique, stylish, and cozy touches. Here are some local spots in Salem where yo…