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Northwest hops value, production, acreage down for 2024

American hop production totaled 87.1 million pounds in 2024, down 16% from the previous year, as the industry…

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Oregon attorney general issues advice to businesses on use of AI

Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum issued advice for businesses in the state as they adapt to the growing…

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Building community through love at Meemaws Hometown Kitchen, a pay-what-you-can restaurant in Union

UNION — Every day can feel like Christmas at Meemaws Hometown Kitchen. At least, that’s what Elise and…

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Hayden Homes Amphitheater named one of the country’s leading sustainable venues

Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend was recently named one of the country’s most sustainable live venues by entertainment…

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Business briefs for Dec. 27

Unemployment holds steady The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits held steady last week, though continuing claims…

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Business briefs for Dec. 29

Most Americans blame insurance as well as CEO shooter Most Americans believe health insurance profits and coverage denials…

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Appeals court puts controversial corporate reporting law back on track

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Monday reinstated the Corporate Transparency Act, overruling a Texas judge who…

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State regulators approve more electricity rate hikes for Oregonians in 2025

Most Oregonians in 2025 will see residential electricity rates nearly 50% higher than they were just five years…

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Social Security benefits boosted for millions in bill headed to Biden’s desk

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate approved a broadly bipartisan bill early Saturday that would increase Social Security benefits…

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La Grande native creates fashionable orthopedic shoes

UNION COUNTY — Lindsey Carmichael is on a mission to prove orthopedic shoes aren’t just for grandmas. She…

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