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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem!
Two-time MLS Cup champion Nat Borchers is betting BIG on Salem - and he's putting his money where his mouth is. From the 45th Parallel to downtown's JCPenney building, this soccer legend turned real estate mogul is transforming Salem one property at a time.
In this powerhouse conversation, discover:
- Why a champion athlete chose Salem over anywhere else in the world
- The massive JCPenney vision: rooftop bars, basement night markets, and family entertainment hubs
- How Salem's "boring" reputation is completely wrong (and provable)
- The downtown revitalization that's creating Salem's new heartbeat
- Why tight-knit communities win over big cities every time
Timestamps:
00:23 – Nat’s optimism & community focus
03:15 – Growing up in Pueblo & Salem parallels
05:38 – From the Timbers trade to real estate
11:05 – Launching 45th Parallel
18:56 – Reviving the JCPenney building
24:39 – Rooftops, night markets & new energy downtown
34:44 – Busting Salem misconceptions
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