What's Happening Salem

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Sommers are joined by Marion County Sheriff Nick Hunter to discuss: The rollback of Measure 110 and its impact on drug possession and treatment. The importance of accountability in addiction treatment. The LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) program in Marion County. And much more! Timestamp...

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers are joined by Congresswoman Andrea Salinas to discuss: New actions to fight fentanyl and addiction in Oregon. The recurring damage to the Salem-Keizer "working together" brick wall. Efforts to combat rising crime rates in Salem. And much more! Timestamps: 00:33 - Introduction of Congresswo...

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers are joined by Virginia Stapleton, Salem City Councilor and candidate for House District 21, to discuss: The role of local government and its impact on daily life. Salem's new electric street sweeper and its importance for bike infrastructure. Challenges faced by teachers in unsafe classroo...

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza is joined by Kara Campuzano, a local business owner, to discuss: The current state of downtown Salem's business community Upcoming construction projects and their impact on traffic Oregon's new state vegetable And much more! Timestamps: 00:31 - Introduction of Kara Campuzano and discussion of downtown Salem b...

Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza and Brandon Summers are joined by Britany Randall, a Land Use Consultant in Salem, discussing: The role of a land use consultant and the development process in Salem The need for more accessible and walkable neighborhoods in Salem The upcoming Marion Berries baseball team and its potential impact on Salem And...

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...

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! Ti...

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...

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...