Real Estate Insights on Newsmakers At Noon 6/16/26

Elections, public service, America, and what comes next – Newsmakers At Noon 6/17/26

🚓 We opened with a look back 32 years ago to the day the world watched the infamous O.J. Simpson Bronco chase unfold. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 We discussed the controversy surrounding a traditional nuclear family proclamation in Battle Ground, Washington, and the pushback it generated. 📊 A new poll showing declining patriotism among Democrats sparked a broader […]

Real Estate Insights on Newsmakers At Noon 6/16/26

🏡 Today Amy McLeod of The McLeod Group/Keller Williams and Elizabeth Smith of The Smith Mortgage Team introduced listeners to a fresh approach to homeownership with South Haven Cottages, a unique new development coming to Salem’s highly desirable Candalaria neighborhood. Unlike traditional subdivisions, South Haven Cottages is built around the concept of a “pocket neighborhood”—11 […]

Investing in Kids, Strengthening Communities & Oregon’s Future – Newsmakers At Noon 6/15/26

🎙️ Guests Phil and Amanda DuPont joined us to discuss the incredible work being done through the Create Your Own Journey Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth and families throughout Salem, West Salem, Polk County, and the greater Willamette Valley. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.createyourownjourney.com/ or on their Facebook page The DuPonts shared […]

Fraud Watch, Healthcare Costs & The Human Side of Medicine – Newsmakers At Noon 6/4/26

🎙️ Guest: Jeff Reynolds, Senior Editor at Restoration News and Senior Investigative Researcher with Restoration of America, joined us for a wide-ranging discussion covering government waste, healthcare costs, fraud prevention, and the changing culture of entertainment. 🔗 Restoration News: https://www.restoration-news.com/ 🚨 Jeff introduced a new project aimed at tracking fraud, waste, and abuse across major […]

Community Connections, Religious Liberty & California’s Political Shake-Up – Newsmakers At Noon 6/3/26

🏦 Guests Jane Lowery, Branch Manager of the Keizer branch of Willamette Valley Bank, and Daylee Howard, Community Engagement Officer, joined us to highlight upcoming community events and opportunities throughout the summer. 📅 Featured events included: 🎵 Keizer Rapids Park Summer Concert Series – Beginning July 18 and running through August 29, bringing live music, […]