COVID-19, Wildfires and Now a Tax
An outcry over a proposed beer tax exposes a crisis in craft brewing.
- Published in Manufacturing
What's Driving the Hillsboro Data Center Influx
The Metro region will continue to grow as a market for data centers as the pandemic increases demand for data use and storage.
- Published in Tech
Tea Break
The leaders of Steven Smith Teamaker transformed the premium tea manufacturer’s business model to survive the pandemic.
- Published in Manufacturing
When Remote Working Is a Liability
The new remote workforce poses legal challenges for employers that must comply with employment laws.
- Published in Economy and Finance
Nonprofits at “Breaking Point”
Many charitable organizations face an uncertain future as the COVID-19 pandemic leads to losses in income and fewer volunteers.
- Published in Economy and Finance
College Crunch
The president of Linfield University on the impact of COVID-19 on the higher education sector.
- Published in Education
Gold Rush
A company that sells affordable gold products is seeing demand soar as the economy reels from the pandemic.
- Published in Manufacturing
The Perks of a Short Supply Chain
Buying local pays dividends for a Portland homewares manufacturer.
- Published in Manufacturing
Travel Message: Stay Local and Spend Money
As lockdown restrictions ease, tourism agencies encourage day-trippers and local residents to kick-start the travel sector’s recovery.
- Published in Travel and Transportation
Social-Gatherings Ban Tests Small Wineries
Sales plummet at the state’s small vineyards that rely on tasting-room visits to generate income.
- Published in Restaurants and Retail