Policy Brief — Unlock Oregon’s Potential by Investing in an Untapped Workforce: People With Disabilities
Investing in special education can yield great dividends for employers.
North Plains Expansion Vote Will Test State Law
Voters in the small Portland suburb might have thrown a wrench in the governor’s housing plans.
Profile: Perpetual Motion
Beaverton-based Vernier Science Education has provided tools for science classrooms since 1981. Now the company is transitioning to a perpetual purpose trust so it can maintain its commitment to serving teachers — and has hired a new CEO to lead the way.
Banks Keep Shedding Branches
Oregon has lost among the most bank locations, as closures continue around the U.S.
Spotlight: Book to the Future
Multnomah County’s Central Library was built in 1893 and last renovated around the time of its 100th birthday. Now it’s undergone another refresh — one meant to bring it in line with library trends.
Federal Marijuana Rule Change Could Save Oregon Cannabis Businesses Millions
Move to reclassify pot from the most serious drug category lauded by advocates.