Archive for September 2023
A Few Words from Jim – September 2023
Here we go again. Kroger and Albertsons announced plans to merge and that they will divest 49 locations in Oregon. They have not announced which ones. We have an Albertsons and Safeway in Ashland. Surely one of them will be one on the chopping block…Again. A few years ago, Safeway and Albertsons merged and the…
Read MoreThe Hivve: Raising the Tide in Grants Pass’ Post-Pandemic Work Landscape
“Raise the Tide”—it’s not just our motto at The Hivve; it’s a philosophy that encapsulates our mission to uplift the community, both professionally and creatively. As Grants Pass emerges from the rigors of the pandemic, we’ve seen a dramatic shift in how people approach work and social interactions. The Hivve is proud to be part…
Read More“Atomic Habits” by James Clear – A book review
James Clear’s “Atomic Habits” is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their habits and achieve their goals. The book provides a practical and actionable guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones. Clear presents a simple yet effective framework for creating lasting change in your life. The book is divided into four parts:…
Read MoreCommunity Building in Coworking
Driving through the downtown areas of cities such as Denver, Seattle, Portland, and Los Angeles, it seems like coworking spaces are popping up everywhere you look. There’s a wide range of coworking spaces in major cities, some of them occupying newly renovated industrial buildings while other coworking spaces are located in charming curated boutique storefronts.…
Read MoreA commitment to energy efficiency nets Biomass One nearly $300,000 in annual energy savings
A 10-year commitment to energy efficiency has helped Biomass One, a 28.5-megawatt cogeneration facility in White City, slash 4.1 million kilowatt hours from its annual energy use. Biomass One, which burns wood waste to generate renewable power, first worked with Energy Trust of Oregon in 2009 to boost efficiency in its primary process. Installing new…
Read MoreCoding Zeal hosts 2 day conference for RedwoodJS community to gather and learn online and in-person in Grants Pass
Trever is at it again. This time he and the amazing team at Coding Zeal will host the first ever RedwoodJS conference. RedwoodJS is a React framework that enables you to quickly scaffold up an app from idea to deployment. From GitHub — Redwood is an opinionated, full-stack, JavaScript/TypeScript web application framework designed to keep…
Read MoreBusiness Oregon Investment report
Business Oregon invests in business development and infrastructure projects throughout the state of Oregon. Below is a summary table of recent investments. This does not capture all the projects Business Oregon has worked on, just those with dollars invested through the programs listed in the above linked fiscal year reports. A best effort is made…
Read MoreBusiness Oregon Announces Intent to Award $5 Million in Startup Funding to Support 50 Oregon Businesses
Business Oregon has announced an Intent to Award $5 million from the Business Oregon Venture Fund Program (BOV Fund Program) to three Oregon-based fund managers to increase access to venture capital for as many as 50 early-stage startups, with priority given to businesses located in underserved geographies and owned and controlled by Socially and Economically…
Read MoreBusiness Oregon Opens Grant Program to Support Rural Communities
Business Oregon is pleased to announce a Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) for the 2023-2025 Rural Opportunity Initiative (ROI) Grant Program. ROI is an investment in the vision and proficiency of rural communities and aligns with Business Oregon’s strategic plan to grow local businesses, cultivate rural economic stability, and champion opportunities for underrepresented Oregonians. The…
Read MoreNinja Mountain Bike Performance Taps Into Klamath IDEA Resource Network
Ninja Mountain Bike Performance was formed in 2010 by then-professional mountain bike racer, Richard La China. He used the knowledge acquired over his many years of racing to offer mountain biking skills clinics and help other riders feel stronger and more controlled on their bikes. The skills clinics became very popular, and demand quickly grew.…
Read MoreNew solar arrays move SOU toward energy self-sufficiency
Southern Oregon University is taking big strides toward becoming the first public university in the U.S. to produce all of the daytime electricity used on its campus, with a $1.56 million contract signed this month to install new solar arrays and a battery storage facility, and on-site construction work set to begin this winter. The…
Read MoreKroger-Albertsons merger and its impact on Oregon
Kroger, the parent company of Fred Meyer and QFC, is set to acquire Albertsons for $24.6 billion 1. The merger would result in a “moderate concentration” of Oregon’s retail prescription drug market, with Kroger commanding nearly 30% and its nearest competitor holding 13% 2. However, the merger could have a significant impact on Oregon’s population, particularly in rural areas,…
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