Salem City Council to vote on new lease of empty downtown butcher shop
The former upscale butcher shop, left vacant in downtown Salem after the owner of Rudy's Steakhouse defaulted on rent in 2025, is set to get a new tenant. Salem City Council will vote on April 13 to authorize City Manager Krishna Namburi to lease the space to Closet Revamp , a consignment retail business focusing on high-end women's fashion. Closet Revamp is owned by...
Cascades under a winter storm watch from Tuesday to Thursday – gusts up to...
At 12:32 p.m. on Sunday, the National Weather Service released a winter storm watch valid from Tuesday 5 p.m. until Thursday 5 a.m. for North Oregon Cascades, Cascades of Marion and Linn counties and Cascades of Lane County. "Heavy snow possible above 3500 ft. Total snow accumulations between 9 to...
Soggy through midweek at times and then drier
Rainy conditions are expected across the Willamette Valley and Umpqua Basin tonight, with widespread periods of rain and strong winds. Temperatures will be in the mid-40s. We anticipate a continuation of unsettled weather into Sunday, as rain remains likely throughout the day, bringing cooler temperatures in the low to mid-50s and steady winds.
🐶 Playful, Gentle & Loyal Dogs Ready for Adoption in Salem
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These wonderful dogs in Salem, OR are ready to find their forever homes. Each one has a unique personality and plenty of love to give.
Drake moves to second all-time in hurdles
MONMOUTH, ORE – Tyler Drake ran 14.73 to finish fourth in the 110 hurdles at the John Knight Invite Saturday. The time ranks second all-time at UAA. Drake finished seventh in the long jump (6.66/21-10.25) and 11th in the 400 hurdles (57.43). Avrey Campbell won the 400 hurdles in...
Beavers Shine in 800 Meters at John Knight Twilight
The Beavers showcased a stellar performance at the John Knight Twilight in Monmouth, Oregon, particularly excelling in the 800 meters. Jenna O'Beirne won the event with a personal best time of 2:11.01, leading a strong showing for Oregon State. The team also thrived in other events, with multiple athletes achieving personal bests throughout the competition, solidifying their prowess on the track and field...
Marion Ag Service celebrates a half-century of help
Make it 50 years for Marion Ag Service. The St. Paul-based ag business is marking a half-century of service to the agriculture community this year. What began as a local solution for Willamette Valley growers has evolved into a nationally recognized agricultural retailer built on a foundation of trust, expertise, and deep-rooted relationships.
‘Reading is alive and well’: Book championship brings together students from across state
The atmosphere in the Chemeketa Community College auditorium in Salem at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 11, was electric. More than 100 elementary school students, along with their parents and other supporters, waited nervously. Fifth-grade teammates Austyn Eck, JaeLynn Jimenez, Paloma Samora-Walker and Hazel Ramos Parr of the Reading Koalas played with fidget toys and talked. Their families, including aunts, uncles, grandparents, parents...
Sherwood unveils 1st enclosed contemporary office, study room
On Friday, April 10, the Sherwood Public Library revealed something that’s long been missing from its vaulted stacks — a place to meet someone in person, engage in virtual meetings, meet a business client, participate in a legal proceeding or even hold a telehealth conference with your doctor.
Verizon wireless service disruptions hit Central Oregon
Verizon customers reported outages across Salem and Central Oregon on April 11. Several people reported outages and service disruptions on social media, some citing lackluster reception and others saying their phones were stuck in SOS mode. The website Down Detector, which tracks user-reported calls for service, also shows several reports...

















