Frog Ferry to Make Another Jump For Local Funding
Friends of Frog Ferry has relaunched its campaign to establish a public commuter ferry between Vancouver and Oregon City, saying the price tag will never be lower.
Black Venture Fund Receives Historic Investment from Oregon Community Foundation
Black Founders Matter’s managing director says the investment will help them spur the growth of entrepreneurs of color in Oregon, though OCF declined to give the specific amount.
REI Announces Closure of Portland Store
The company says it’s leaving the Pearl District due to an increase in break-ins and a dispute with the landlord, but will keep its suburban stores open.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Launches Emergency Funding Drive
Festival leaders say they need to raise $1.5M by June or cancel its 2023 season.
Small But Mighty
Microlenders have stepped in to support small businesses traditional banks do not serve — helping marginalized entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground.
Microloans Under the Microscope
Fast Facts about Microfinance
Daimler Charges Ahead with Electric Truck
Daimler North America’s Ryan Menze talks about how the Inflation Reduction Act has paved the way for electric trucks.
Bi-Annual Apartment Report Shows Slowing Portland Rental Market
State economist says the data is consistent with the city’s population slump, and might make the state’s most expensive city more affordable.
Bank On It
After decades of prioritizing mortgages and car loans, Oregon’s consumer banks are shifting focus. How can they compete in a high-interest world?