Medford’s Income Growth Outpaced 91% of US Metros Between 2019 and 2022. What’s Behind the Boom?
The uptick reverses decades of decline, according to Census data.
Southern Oregon
EPA Approves $97 million Loan to Medford Water Commission.
Federal funding will assist the Rogue Valley to create water infrastructure capable of mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Digging Out
The wildfires that destroyed communities and businesses in September pose a threat to the economy if nothing is done to prevent their spread.
Travel Message: Stay Local and Spend Money
As lockdown restrictions ease, tourism agencies encourage day-trippers and local residents to kick-start the travel sector’s recovery.
Going Rogue
Sheer determination drove Jessica Gomez to bootstrap an electronics manufacturer that is on the cutting edge of internet-of-things technology.
Downtime with Colleen Padilla
The executive director of Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development gets out — a lot.
Help Wanted
Southern Oregon manufacturers, like the rest of the nation, struggle to fill key positions.
Energy Trust of Oregon and Avista partner to help Southern Oregon and La Grande customers save energy
Eligible Avista utility customers can now access information and cash incentives from Energy Trust to reduce their energy use.
Medford cool still elusive
A dearth of city leadership and the demise of a downtown association stymie Medford revitalization efforts.
Not in My Backyard: Klamath County Association Opposes Cannabis Measure
On April 8, the Klamath County Economic Development Association formally opposed Ballot Measure 18-105 — which would grant licenses to cannabis-related businesses in the area. Greg O’Sullivan, executive director, estimates the association represents 2,000 employees, nearly 10% of jobs in Klamath County. The group claims a local marijuana industry would “harm education and graduation rates,” … Read more
