What's Happening Salem

What's Happening Salem

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What's Happening Salem episodes

  • Danielle Bethell on Salem's Housing Solutions and Community Events

    Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

    In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers are joined by Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell, discussing:

    • A new $800,000 grant for housing assistance in Marion County.

    • The challenges of addressing homelessness and mental health issues.

    • Upcoming events in Salem, including Mt Angel Oktoberfest and Punks in the Park.

    • And much more!

    • Timestamps:

      01:10 - Breakdown of government roles in Salem and Oregon

      02:27 - Discussion of the new $800,000 housing assistance grant

      05:31 - Challenges in addressing homelessness and mental health

      10:43 - Upcoming events: Mount Angel Oktoberfest and Punks in the Park

      15:32 - Salem Art Fair and Cherry City Roller Derby

      18:21 - Federal funding for literacy instruction in Oregon

      19:08 - Importance of early childhood literacy and community involvement in education

      26 min
    • Vanessa Nordyke on Salem's Growth and Change

      Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!

      In this episode, Jacob Espinoza is joined by Executive Director of CASA Marion County and City Councilor Vanessa Nordyke, discussing:

      • Downtown Salem development and the importance of affordable housing.

      • The appointment of new Salem Fire Chief David Gerboth.

      • Approaches to leadership and implementing change in organizations.

      • And much more!

      • Timestamps:

        02:04 - Discussion on downtown Salem development

        04:44 - Affordable housing in Salem

        07:54 - Introduction of new Salem Fire Chief David Gerboth

        12:32 - Vanessa's career transition to CASA

        14:41 - Salem Art Fair and Festival date change and entertainment lineup

        17:30 - Vanessa's early volunteering experience

        18:55 - Leadership approaches and implementing change

        21 min
      • Building a Better Salem

        Welcome to What's Happening Salem!

        In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers talk about:

        • Updates on the Truitt building development project on Front Street, including plans for wine tasting rooms, food halls, and multifamily homes.

        • Changes to Oregon's drug laws, including new deflection programs and penalties for low-level drug possession.

        • Salem's upcoming National Voter Registration Day on September 17th, 2024.

        • And much more!

        • Timestamps:

          02:35 - Advantage's viral Facebook meme

          03:13 - Updates on the Truitt building development project

          05:16 - Discussion about driving on Front Street

          07:57 - Oregon's new drug laws and deflection programs

          10:50 - Challenges of addressing substance use and addiction

          12:49 - Salem's National Voter Registration Day announcement

          16:46 - The value of unbiased information in local politics

          22 min
        • Welcome to What's Happening Salem

          Welcome to this first episode of What's Happening Salem!

          In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers talk about:

          • The success of Jacob's recent event and the growth of his newsletter

          • New apartment development plans in downtown Salem

          • The high cost of housing in Oregon and the need for more inventory

          • The complexities of homelessness and addiction

          • Measure 118 and its potential impact on Oregon businesses and residents

          • The mission behind What's Happening Salem and plans for future episodes

          • And much more!

          • Timestamps:

            03:03 - Salem Housing Development Update

            06:39 - Homelessness and Empathy

            12:19 - Oregon Measure 118

            18:17 - Escaped Prisoner Caught

            23 min

          About What's Happening Salem

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          Stay connected to your community with "What’s Happening Salem," your go-to podcast for all things Salem, Oregon. Every Friday morning, we bring you the latest news, events, and stories from the past…