A local couple revives community foot-racing culture in Salem with a new event. The Willamette Heritage Center receives $750,000 from the State of Oregon to preserve Salem’s heritage. And the City of Salem invites residents to comment on the Salem zoning code. By Rachel Hughes.

This story is sponsored by Keizer Salem Area Senior Center and Monmouth-Independence Chamber of Commerce.

Do you have a question for the mayor? The Monmouth and Independence mayors are accepting questions from the public to address during their speeches later this month. Learn how you can submit your questions. The City of Salem reports no major waste in the budget but noted room for improvement in other areas. Then, kick off spring with the Salem Saturday Market and Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival. Find out more! By Rachel Hughes.

This story is sponsored by FASTSIGNS of Salem.