Healthcare Philanthropy: Phil and Penny Knight are donating $1.1 billion to Providence St. Vincent to build Oregon’s first hospital dedicated to women’s health, while expanding the Providence Heart Institute’s cardiac imaging, clinical trials and physician recruitment. Local Government & Infrastructure: Deschutes County picked a new landfill site at the base of Horse Ridge near Bend, setting up negotiations to replace the Knott Landfill that’s expected to fill by 2031. Business Growth: Amazon opened its first Central Oregon distribution hub near Redmond Airport, projecting more than 300 jobs and faster delivery across the region. Public Finance & Accountability: The District of Oregon’s COVID Fraud Task Force says it has secured more than $314 million in restitution, forfeitures and civil recoveries. Environment & Compliance: Oregon DEQ reported 12 July penalties totaling $430,292, including emissions monitoring and stormwater control violations. Sports & Oregon Economy: NBA commissioner Adam Silver warned that leaving Portland would be a “failure” unless a long-term arena deal is reached for the Trail Blazers. Community & Social Services: HOPE Dementia Support is launching a Memory Cafe in north Clark County, starting Oct. 2 at Prairie Tavern. Housing & Tourism: Silverton and The Oregon Garden agreed to forgive about $570,000 in Garden debt and start work on a new master lease. Politics: A new poll shows GOP nominee Christine Drazan leading Gov. Tina Kotek by 2% in Oregon’s governor’s race.