Business View Civil & Municipal - May 2023

23 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 5 As the largest community in Columbiana County, Salem has a strong manufacturing and healthcare sector, which brings an additional 5,000 people into the city each day to work, while also supporting the local businesses. Shopping and dining options are diverse in Salem, where the eastern part of the community offers the convenience of big box stores and fast-food options, and the city’s historic downtown is brimming with unique one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants. Downtown Salem also hosts many events, including Second Saturdays, Freed Fest, honoring hometown musician, Alan Freed, who coined the term ‘Rock and Roll’ and Charles Burchfield Steps, in honor of the famous watercolorist who featured many Salem Landmarks in his work. Salem Super Cruise is another yearly event, attracting 50,000 visitors to enjoy antique, muscle and vintage cars, live music, food, and SALEM, OHIO