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Kotek orders state to kill land sale for Salem data center
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek on Thursday directed the Department of Administrative Services to terminate the state鈥檚 contract for the sale of about 32 acres in southeast Salem for a proposed data center.
$150M project in Salem stalls; developer slams city
The planned mixed-use redevelopment of the former Truitt Bros. Cannery site in Salem has encountered a hurdle: expiration of the contract for a purchase and sale agreement.
Key commercial projects advancing in Salem
The six-story Citizen Apartments project in downtown and the Kuebler Village mixed-use development are among those now under construction.
Workers renovating Oregon State Capitol’s observation deck
The work, part of the $596 million Capitol Accessibility, Maintenance and Safety (CAMS) project in Salem, involves replacing the terra cotta flooring and stainless steel flashing along the inside wall.
Developer proposes Prosper Portland-style model for Salem
An economic development plan for Salem could generate significant new revenue, attract private investment, and create thousands of jobs through tax increment financing districts and a dedicated economic development agency.
SAIF in leadership transition after CEO resigns amid investigation
The State Accident Insurance Fund Corporation has named Ian Williams interim president after CEO Chip Terhune resigned amid a sexual harassment investigation.
Salem’s Elsinore Theater turns 100, awaits more upgrades
Following the completion of a $1.5 million facade restoration, the group managing the historic Elsinore Theater has initiated more fundraising to pay for $1.8 million worth of interior improvements.
Oak Knoll Golf Course near Salem closes after $6.2 million sale
The century-old, 58-acre property near Salem, was purchased earlier this month. The future use of the site, which includes a 5,000-square-foot building with a restaurant, bar and commercial kitchen, is uncertain.
$6.2 million parking garage renovation on tap in Salem
Construction is set to begin April 6 at the Marion Parkade in downtown Salem. Work will take place in phases to maintain partial access to the structure.
Salem industrial property sells for $105.5 million
The Mill Creek Logistics Center, operated by Amazon, encompasses 1,018,020 square feet on 61.75 acres east of Interstate 5.
New Salem development to include Costco store
Salem planning officials are reviewing the site plan for the proposed Kuebler Gateway Shopping Center on approximately 20 acres wedged between Kuebler Boulevard and Boone Road.
Bidding open for building project in Salem
Marion County is seeking bids for a wide range of construction activities in connection with development of a planned juvenile justice administration building in downtown Salem.
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- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
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- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
