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A fabric shop bigger than 50,000 square feet sounds like a typo. It isn’t, and the bolts reportedly stretch in every direction under high ceilings. The stock changes daily, too. Much of it comes from manufacturer overruns and leftover designer lines, sold for a fraction of the original price.
Nearly a mile beneath the Pacific Ocean, roughly 300 miles off the Oregon coast, a 3-ton power plant sitting atop an active underwater volcano generated more electricity than it consumed for 8.7 seconds last month. The company behind it, Seattle-based Endurance Energy, says the brief run marks the first time anyone has drilled a subsea geothermal well and used it to produce net-positive power on the seafloor.
(Portland, Ore., October 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in Oregon has announced additional eligible practices for farmers participating in the Regenerative Pilot Program in fiscal year 2027, providing local agricultural producers with more opportunities to adopt conservation systems that improve soil health, water quality, and long-term farm resilience. Producers can now apply for assistance with regenerative practices.
Consumer confidence remains weak, as Americans worry about purchasing power, interest rates, and the affordability of major purchases, while an Oregon survey found that many residents would struggle to cover an unexpected $400 bill. Consumers Remain Concerned Over Purchasing Power and Affordability of Major Purchases. The University of Michigan’s October...
Oregon's high school seniors have plenty of reasons to be on the fence about applying to college. With Artificial Intelligence predicted to disrupt many fields of study , from computer programming and software development to legal, finance and marketing, soon-to-be graduates are increasingly considering a skilled trade . Couple the uncertain employment future with rising tuition and student debt and a traditional college pathway might not seem like worthwhile proposition. But, a four-year degree isn’t the only road to a high-paying career. According to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 list of the highest-paying jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree , there are several career paths that can allow Oregonians to earn up to six figures with the right training, certification or apprenticeship. These jobs span fields such as transportation, healthcare and public safety. They also include skilled trades, many offering positions where employees can earn while learning on-the-job skills. Here's U.S. News & World Report’s top 10 highest-paying jobs that don't require a college degree. 10. Structural iron and steel worker Structural iron and steel workers install steel beams and frameworks used in buildings, bridges and other large structures. Structural iron and steelworkers earned an average salary of
The Oregon Health Authority has released its final report on groundwater contamination in Crook County, where families north of Prineville have reported skin rashes and other health concerns. Testing of nearly 60 wells found detectable lead in 26, unhealthy nitrate levels in 12 and unhealthy manganese levels in seven. Authorities have not determined whether the Knife River gravel mine is responsible. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will hold a community meeting next Thursday.
Madras resident Ed Pugh won first place for his giant watermelon in Tualatin’s West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta, an annual produce-growing competition for pumpkins and watermelons. The plants are judged […]
Cascade Natural Gas has decided not to proceed with development of a renewable natural gas facility at Deschutes County’s Knott Landfill. Since 2023, Cascade and Deschutes County have worked together to develop a project to capture landfill gas currently being flared and convert it into renewable natural gas. Over the last three years, Cascade continually […] The post Cascade Natural Gas Scraps Renewable Natural Gas Project at Knott Landfill appeared first on The Source - Bend, Oregon .
The Oklahoma-based company that owns one of the largest gas pipeline networks in the Northwest is beginning to pursue permits to expand that network, and to pump more gas to the region to meet rising electricity demand. Pipeline company Williams, owner of the 4,000-mile long Northwest Pipeline system that brings...
Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Oregon using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. #4. VP Racing Fuels (tie) – Address: 4027 SE Cesar Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR. – Price: $4.34. #8. Love’s Travel Stop. – Address:...
Springfield-based PacificSource plans to permanently lay off 134 Oregon employees as it exits the Montana market and restructures its business. The cuts, announced in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter dated Oct. 20, will be effective Dec. 31 and are a direct result of the health insurance provider’s decision to leave the Montana market and cease its family/personal health insurance plans. The company also said the cuts are part of its “rightsizing” the business in Oregon across all of its plans.
Salem, Ore. — The Oregon Employment Department (OED) is celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October by highlighting how people with disabilities contribute to Oregon’s workforce and how employers can draw from this talented pool of individuals. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” recognizes the...
SALEM, OR – The Oklahoma-based company that owns one of the largest gas pipeline networks in the Northwest is beginning to pursue permits to expand that network, and to pump more gas to the region to meet
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In a statement to KOIN 6, PacificSource said, "The reality is the healthcare system is unsustainable."
WinCo Foods has recalled a popular bread item due to an undeclared allergen. WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls were recalled because they contain sesame that was not declared on the packaging, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Thursday. The recalled rolls have UPC 2-70552-00649-2, with a net weight of...
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Employment Department is observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October by highlighting the workforce contributions of individuals with disabilities. This year's theme for the awareness month is “Celebrating Value and Talent.” WorkSource Oregon, a statewide partnership that includes the department's Workforce Operations division, operates 37 centers across the The post Oregon Employment Department celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month appeared first on KTVZ .
Oregon’s largest electric utility says it will need to almost double the amount of renewable energy it delivers to meet the state’s emission reduction goals by the end of the decade. But Portland General Electric says federal policy rollbacks, transmission constraints and rising development costs are impeding its...
One missing page can stall an application. That’s worth remembering if you’re an Oregonian hoping to put off your property taxes through the state’s deferral program. Here’s what to have in your folder before you apply. Note: This is general information, not legal or tax advice....
