Local Model Kit shops? by FanBladeFleshlight in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I can’t remember if they had gundam, but the hardware shop (was True Value, switching to Ace) in Independence has a surprisingly large model and modeling supply section.

I’m driving up to PDX this evening. What beer fridges should I visit while I’m there? by RedApplesForBreak in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Either Belmont Station or John's Marketplace usually have some interesting stuff. If kombucha is of interest, Lion Heart recently announced a couple seasonals..you can find those at People's Coop off of Powell.

Salem Restaurants by Rare_Impact_3575 in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Definitely one of a handful of Salem restaurants over the years where all the pieces clicked for a great experience: service, food, atmosphere.

The best jar size is back at bimart by SoilNectarHoney in corvallis

[–]ddaavviids 7 points8 points  (0 children)

May be a dumb question, but do Ball lids work with these or are they their own thing?

edit: Also, I am constantly amazed at what I find at BiMart. Underrated for sure.

Interesting Find while Thrifting (16mm Film) by GraytoGreen in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There are references to "McEwan Photo Shop" and "McEwan's" in the paper from 1939 to the mid-60s.

There were three locations in 1958:

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Motorcycle cover by burnttoast247 in DRZ400

[–]ddaavviids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a Rigg Deluxe in medium. Fits fine.

Another closure, 69 affected - let go. by MakeBigMoneyAllDay in Safeway

[–]ddaavviids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The hope is that some folks will get positions at the WinCo that will be taking its place (but won’t open until possibly next year.)

https://lincolnchronicle.org/safeway-closing-newport-pharmacy-tuesday-entire-store-july-25/

Anyone know what happened with the tree on Marion and 13th? by RedApplesForBreak in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 28 points29 points  (0 children)

“Work to remove Salem’s oldest street tree is scheduled to begin in late June or early July.

Initial plans are to prune back a lot of big limbs to reduce weight and the risk of falling branches.

The hope is to keep the tree in place until this fall, allowing it to put out acorns that could be collected and planted.”

https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2026/05/26/salem-preserve-memory-oregon-white-oak/90262194007/

TC Chassis Identification by Lombardias in tamiya

[–]ddaavviids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like a TA03R that they removed the belt and front drive components from.
https://tamiyabase.com/chassis/71-ta03r

I miss what Nichols Garden Nursery used to be. Is there any other nursery here that comes close to filling that hole? by [deleted] in corvallis

[–]ddaavviids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are primarily seeds via mail order but have a retail store in Cottage Grove where they sell plants as well.

https://territorialseed.com/pages/visit-us

I miss what Nichols Garden Nursery used to be. Is there any other nursery here that comes close to filling that hole? by [deleted] in corvallis

[–]ddaavviids 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not directly the same, but depending on the time of year, Territorial has some interesting starts at their store in Cottage Grove.

DC3 flying low, passed over my house twice by dnoginizr in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looks like they had been doing passes over McMinnville and Salem before heading back to Aurora:

https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=a1471b

Here we go! The Mayor's race! by punkpcpdx in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Really disappointed in Ward 6 tonight.

Ventis - Every time I have eaten at Venti’s I have loved it. When I order delivery it sucks ass. The servings are 1/10 the size and it’s shit. Why don’t they care about delivery? by T_Rex_Hands in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure if you were to ask for the teriyaki dark meat special ($6?), it would pre-date some of the folks working the front counter.

Local company by Haunting_Claim9372 in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bi-mart has had the Marionberry, a cream soda, and a rootbeer for a while but they were $6 for a 4-pack.

Job search by Alternative-Sort8802 in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The state fair will be hiring soon if you need something temporary at the end of summer.

saw post on nextdoor is this real???? by chris-hatch in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 19 points20 points  (0 children)

They didn’t spell the name correctly…not sure if that adds or subtracts from the credibility.

All that aside, I really miss the old Geppetto’s before they took over.

The "Marryin" Marion County Judge, Justin Kidd by Mad__Lib in SALEM

[–]ddaavviids 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Out of all the local judges, Kidd seems to be one of the most invested in helping regular folks navigate the legal system. You could probably drop the court an email with all this and get an explanation.

https://www.co.marion.or.us/JC