In Conversation: Former Congressman Les AuCoin
AuCoin spoke to Oregon Business about being honored by Pacific University, the 2024 elections — local and national — and why civics education is more important than ever.
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Commuter Benefits 101: Deliver Business Solutions by Improving Employee Commutes
Brand Story – Commuting is costing workers more time and money, and it’s hurting morale, health and wellness, productivity, and retention. Serve critical business needs by offering low cost and scalable commuter benefits—here’s how + get free support!
Wells Fargo To Close Portland, Hillsboro, Salem Offices
The financial institution will consolidate business operations across 13 metro areas.
Policy Brief: New Drug Deflection Plans Oversimplify Complex Issues
The executive director of Blanchet House writes about how communities can create the conditions of success for people struggling with addiction and homelessness.
OHSU Board Delays Vote to Replace Jacobs as University President
The plan to quickly appoint Dan Selden was tabled after Gov. Kotek and others cried foul.
Two Months After Strike, Fred Meyer Workers Ratify New Contract
UFCW 555, which also covers QFC employees, agrees to terms as parent company Kroger’s merger plans stall.
DEQ Holds Hearing, Takes Comments on Controversial Proposed Columbia River Refinery Project
The $2B NXTClean Fuels facility has several regulatory hurdles to clear before construction can begin in 2025.
Tactics: Farhad Ghafarzade Drives Ahead
Ghafarzade started Green Drop Garage to convert diesel engines to run on vegetable oil. Now focused on general car repair, the company just opened its fifth location.