Short-line Freight Railroads

After decades of neglect and shrinking influence, short-line railroads are showing their relevance once more to Oregon’s economy. But as communities like Coos Bay win plaudits from the rail industry for restoring these short-distance links to the national railroad system, others, like Tillamook, are opting to abandon old tracks — reflecting a divided approach to … Read more

Written by Courtney Sherwood

Gold Hard Cash

Adam Trexler has spent the past 10 years steeped in the world of global finance. As a student, researcher and professor at the University of London and the University of Exeter, he studied and taught classes on the relationship between credit markets, monetary policy and local crafts movements. He also experienced personally the shock of … Read more

Written by Mary Stutzman

Launch: Startup Tips, Where They Are Now and Books

Startup Tip “Many people become entrepreneurs because they want to work for themselves or offer a new solution they themselves were seeking. Entrepreneurs create these businesses from nothing, and these businesses rely completely on the work of the founding individual or team. It is important when outlining your strategy to plan for the day when … Read more

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Blazing a Digital Trail

During a media briefing held at the Moda Center last week, the Trail Blazers and three technology companies offered a peek into a dizzying array of digital products aimed at helping the team radically expand its marketing and outreach. The Trail Blazers have invested more than $20 million in capital improvements over the past two … Read more

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