As the holiday season approaches, consumers are bombarded with endless Black Friday deals. During these high-profile shopping days, when big box retailers and online giants often dominate the market with massive sales and promotions, choosing to shop at small and local businesses can make a big dif…

In the middle of the Willamette Valley, Salem, Oregon's historical landmarks provide a glimpse into its past. Let's explore nine of the top historical places and museums that every visitor (and resident) should see! Oregon State Capitol Building History: Completed in 1938, the Oregon State C…