Category ECONOMY
Oregon farmers, others tell U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas about impact of federal cuts
Salem area organizations and farmers said that since President Donald Trump came back into office, federal funding cuts have impacted habitat restoration, food production and pest control.
Kotek urges DEQ to relax electric truck rules for largest vehicles
A state requirement that dealers sell electric 18-wheelers is upsetting the market for diesel-powered trucks, the governor acknowledged.
Need tax help? For North, McKay students, it’s offered during school
Two Salem high schools are participating in a new state program to help teenage workers get tax refunds owed to them. Organizers said many teens don’t realize they’re owed money or think their parents file on their behalf.
COLUMN: Health care employment growing slowly in Salem, despite high need
Columnist Pamela Ferrara explains what employment data and projections show about Salem's workforce as the region sees a growing need for health care employees.
BUILDING SALEM: The Forge, latest major downtown investment, nears opening
A second-floor collective of salon and beauty businesses will open April 1, with a new French bistro slated for June.
Latest Oregon economic forecast shows more money, but federal government leaves future murky
Oregon lawmakers expect to have about $38.2 billion to spend in the state’s next two-year budget. That’s $350 million more than they expected at the last forecast in November.
Rent growth slowing in Salem as more apartments open
Business leaders presented data on the state of Salem’s economy at the annual SVN Economic Forum, including the region’s housing growth and interest from tech companies in locating data centers in the area.
Review of payrolls shows higher hourly pay but lower overall earnings under farmworker overtime law
An Oregon law passed in 2022 to phase in overtime pay for farmworkers has led to higher farmworker wages, but a new study shows hours are being scaled back to avoid overtime pay.
Salem Public Library event offers free help Thursday to file taxes
On Thursday, Feb. 20, volunteer tax experts will come to the Salem Public Library to help people file their taxes IRS Direct File and Direct File Oregon. The online filing options are free for qualifying taxpayers.