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State capital finally has ‘a lot going on’
Downtown Salem is gaining a sizable office building, residential units at historic properties and a streetscape project.
Restoration ahead for historic Salem depot
After two years of delay, the Salem railroad baggage depot, built in 1889 and salvaged from a fire in 1917, will be given new life as a Greyhound station when construction begins in December.
Food product development center rising in Salem
A food product development and testing center being built in Salem will be operated by San Francisco-based Diamond Foods and be adjacent to its factory for Kettle Brand chips.
Nomination period open for concrete awards
The Oregon Concrete & Aggregate Producers Association and the Oregon chapter of the American Concrete Institute are now accepting nominations for the 2015 Excellence in Concrete Awards.
Report: State juvenile rehab facilities need work totaling $100M
The Oregon Youth Authority鈥檚 10 juvenile correctional facilities reportedly require approximately $100 million worth of maintenance, renovations and upgrades for better rehabilitation of young offenders.
Design chosen for proposed Salem bridge
A segmental precast concrete box design is the preferred option for a third bridge over the Willamette River.
Salem landscaping company receives national honor
Salem-based DeSantis Landscapes has garnered a national award for its workplace safety efforts and near-perfect safety record.
Contractor relocates to Clackamas, keeps its name
Marion Construction, a 65-year-old concrete company that previously worked out of Salem, is now based in Clackamas.
Salem architecture firms honored by AIA chapter
Three Salem architecture firms last month received awards from the American Institute of Architects' Salem chapter.
Park expansion plans
Mountain West Investment Corp., as part of the Pringle Square project, has entered into a multilayered purchase and sale agreement with the city of Salem.
A game changer for Salem
The $25 million first phase of redevelopment of a former mill site is nearly ready to begin in downtown Salem.
Firms honored by Salem Contractors Exchange
The Salem Contractors Exchange recently held its annual awards event, and Salem-based White Oak Construction received several honors -- including the People's Choice Award.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- 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
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- 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
