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Oregon Recruiting: Ducks closing in on another top class in 2026 cycle
Fresh off of a Big Ten championship in the Ducks’ first season in the conference, Oregon got off to a hot start in the 2026 recruiting cycle. After a bit of a lull late this spring and early into the summer, the Ducks sit within striking distance...

Beeline exits partnership with spirits company
Beeline Financial announced Tuesday it is exiting its unusual partnership with an Oregon-based publicly traded distillery, a little less than a year after the two companies announced plans to merge. The digital mortgage lender said it will instead...

Oregon estate with an airplane hangar sold for half its asking price. See what buyers get for $5.4M
An 80-acre estate designed for indoor-outdoor entertaining near Bend with an original asking price in July 2024 of $10,990,000 sold on the auction block July 24. The highest of the five bidders is expected to pay $5.38 million once the sale...

It’s been a hot summer, but AAA says Oregon, Bend gas prices remain ‘cool as a cucumber’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Temperatures are warm, but gas prices are relatively cool. Most states, including Oregon, are seeing fairly stable prices at the pumps. Crude oil prices remaining below $70 per barrel have helped prevent major swings in gas...
Oregon businesses urged to prep for wildfire smoke amid statewide fires
With several fires already burning across the state, it’s important for businesses and individuals to be prepared for wildfire smoke. As with any emergency, having a plan in place before there is a need could help prevent injuries and illness, and...

Biggest sources of immigrants to Oregon
Biggest sources of immigrants to Oregon Over 14% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the...

Trump Is Doing for World Trade What It Could Not Do for Itself
Even the New York Times has a positive column today about President Trump’s trade policy. The story was filed by Ana Swanson, who I happen to know, and regard as a fair-minded reporter. The story wasn’t totally positive, but she made the point...

VA provides 1,621 home loans in Oregon totaling $703.4 million in Q1
The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,621 home loans totaling $703.4 million in Oregon during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.The VA assists...

Fraud scheme connected to local Taco Bell, customers encouraged to check bank statements
OREGON, Ohio (WTVG) - Police are warning residents about a potential fraud scheme connected to a local Taco Bell. The fraud alert posted Tuesday seeks to let people know about fraudulent charges that could stem from a Taco Bell on Navarre in...

New Product Development for Retail: A 2025 Guide for Small Businesses
Bringing a new product to market takes more than just a good idea. It requires a clear plan, careful testing, and the ability to adapt to challenges like shifting tariffs or supply chain delays. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the whole new...
Musical theater show debuts in Central Oregon
"Voiceless: a Musical" received its world premiere in Bend last Thursday and will continue its run next weekend. A Sisters local was instrumental in developing the show, motivated by personal history as well as dedication to the local theater...

Daiso’s latest Oregon store draws a line the night before opening
Dozens lined the strip mall off Circle Boulevard Saturday morning for a chance to enter the newest bargain retail stop in Corvallis: Daiso. It’s the Japanese chain’s fourth location in Oregon and comes with a fan base ready to browse the shop’s...

SBA Offers Relief to Oregon Private Nonprofits Affected by Adverse Weather
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Oregon affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides...

Intel’s potential exit from advanced manufacturing puts its Oregon future in doubt
Intel has been the driving force in semiconductor technology for nearly all its 57 years, setting the cadence for advances in computer technology that made the PC ubiquitous and the internet transformative. For the last quarter-century, Intel has...

Awaiting redevelopment, an Oregon mall fills spaces with indie retailers
Now, however, it has been revived with an interim leasing strategy focused on local tenants and startups. The Oregonian, Portland’s hometown newspaper and news website, reports that nearly two-thirds of its 90 tenants are independent retailers,...

Trump executive order on homelessness brings uncertainty to Oregon
It’s hard to immediately know what kind of impact the sweeping, imprecise order will have on Oregonians. But those who’ve spent years advocating for Oregonians who are the focus of Trump’s order called it misguided. “People with serious mental...

5 Essential Business Planning Strategies for Success
In terms of business success, having a solid planning strategy is key. You should start planning early, set SMART goals, and understand your financials to manage cash flow. It’s crucial to create a marketing plan that targets your audience...

Did you buy Taco Bell in the city of Oregon a few weeks ago? Police say you should check your statement for fraud
Here's how to make a report to police if you notice suspicious and unauthorized charges on your account. OREGON, Ohio — If you made any purchases at the Taco Bell location in the city of Oregon during a period in late June to early July, police...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Oregon County in week ending July 19?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Oregon County selling...

Pennsylvania AG among coalition urging Congress to pass cannabis banking bill
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is among a coalition of 32 attorneys general that are urging Congress to pass the SAFER Banking Act of 2025. © Shutterstock In a letter to congressional leaders, Sunday and the coalition say the passage of...