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Oregon UAS Accelerator to host 17-startup investor showcase in Portland
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The Oregon UAS Accelerator will bring 17 autonomy, counter-UAS and defense-tech startups to Portland on Nov. 13 for a one-day investor and partner event at Big Pink, with live and livestreamed pitch sessions.
Better Off Home Buyers says Washington wholesaling law improved market behavior
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Better Off Home Buyers says Washington’s wholesaling law has been overwhelmingly positive 10 months after taking effect, arguing it has pushed out bad actors without hurting its own business.
Relay Resources names Liping Qi chief financial officer
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Relay Resources has hired finance executive Liping Qi as its new chief financial officer to lead planning, risk management and accounting as the Portland nonprofit expands disability inclusion work across the Pacific Northwest.
Rise & Shine Social Enterprise named Most Trusted Business in Springfield
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Rise & Shine Social Enterprise has been recognized by the Consumer Ratings Institute as Springfield’s Most Trusted Business, based on a 4.8-star rating from public reviews.
Investment gains improved state finances, but 24 states still could not cover all bills
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Strong market returns helped lift state finances in 2025, mainly by boosting public pension assets, but Truth in Accounting says 24 states still ended the year unable to pay all of their bills.
The Monterey Company tops Ridgewood Blog’s custom ornament rankings
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The Ridgewood Blog named The Monterey Company its Best Overall Pick for business custom ornaments in 2026, ranking the Bend, Oregon manufacturer above 4imprint and PinMart. The review and a separate Feast Magazine list could boost visibility as…
Oregon AI Accelerator launches second cohort with 14 startups
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The Oregon AI Accelerator has opened its second cohort at Portland State University, bringing 14 AI-native startups into an 11-week program that ends with Demo Day on Dec. 17. The class spans healthcare, infrastructure, government, and workforce…
Emra Nation builds beverage innovation career at The Oregon Fruit Company
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Emra Nation, a National Accounts Manager and Culinary Development Specialist at The Oregon Fruit Company, is being recognized for nearly two decades of foodservice experience and her work with major restaurant brands.
Oregon father sues former Apple and Amazon director over alleged child abduction
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An Oregon father has filed a civil lawsuit in Multnomah County Circuit Court accusing former Apple and Amazon director Ralph Zazula of helping finance and conceal his son’s abduction for 14 months.
CocoCoast returns to the US after tariff disruption opens market gaps
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Australian beverage exporter CocoCoast is re-entering the US after an 18-month pause, starting in Washington and Oregon with a new Seattle distributor.
Heidi Hawk reshapes builder finance through resilience and reinvention
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Heidi Hawk, Regional Vice President of Builder Finance at Dunmor, has built a national career spanning real estate, construction, private lending and capital strategy.
Anderson Poolworks showcases aquatic expertise at Oregon parks conference
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Anderson Poolworks is exhibiting at the 2026 Oregon Recreation & Park Association Annual Conference in Seaside, Oregon, to connect with public-agency leaders responsible for community aquatic facilities.
CMAsnap expands to RMLS subscribers across Oregon and Southwest Washington
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CMAsnap has struck a collaboration with Regional Multiple Listing Service, opening its MLS-integrated pricing and CMA tools to more than 13,500 real estate professionals in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Bleisure travel is reshaping corporate trips and hotel demand
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Business travelers are increasingly extending overseas work trips for leisure time, and the trend is boosting demand for centrally located hotels that can serve both meetings and downtime.
Stalcup Roofing shares four-step roof inspection checklist for Oregon owners
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Stalcup Roofing & Construction has published a four-point inspection checklist for homeowners and property managers in the Portland metro area ahead of seasonal weather shifts.
SCAN, The Springs Living team up to link care and senior living in Oregon
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SCAN Health Plan is expanding into Oregon’s Clackamas and Washington counties through a new partnership with The Springs Living, with co-branded products set to launch Jan. 1, 2027. The effort aims to make healthcare more coordinated and easier to…
Central Oregon Heating explains heat pump thermostat settings for Bend homeowners
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Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical is helping Bend homeowners tell the difference between furnace and heat pump controls, with a focus on auxiliary heat and thermostat settings.
Business Impact NW names 10 finalists for IMPACT Pitch 2026
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Business Impact NW selected 10 finalists from more than 200 applicants across Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington for IMPACT Pitch 2026. The small-business competition wraps Oct. 1 in Seattle, where each category winner will receive a $10,000…
Central Oregon Heating flags ductwork as a cause of uneven cooling in Bend homes
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Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical says room-to-room temperature differences in Bend homes can point to ductwork problems, not just an air conditioner issue.
Alpha IT flags IT management strain for Oregon businesses
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Alpha IT says Oregon businesses are facing growing pressure to keep cloud systems, software, email and voice networks working together without disruption.
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