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September 2022 Rural Oregon Broadband This month’s issue is almost all about Broadband. It’s the second annual Oregon Connections Conference Special Edition. This years conference is in Ashland on October…
Access to information services via broadband networks is essential for improving the quality of life of Oregon residents and improving the Oregon economy. Past investments in broadband infrastructure by Oregon…
I am writing this as my company is in the middle of a state of emergency here in northern California, right up against the Oregon border, where we are seeing…
The Oregon Broadband Office (OBAC) welcomes nine new members to the Broadband Advisory Council. The council consists of 13 members, 11 of which are appointed by Governor Kate Brown, along…
The COVID crisis demonstrated beyond doubt that broadband is vital for our social, economic, emotional and physical health. Individuals and families who lacked access to broadband over the past two…
Internet providers around the nation are racing to build or upgrade their networks to fiber-optic technology, but many consumers are still asking if fiber is worth having in their homes.…
During the pandemic, we saw a lot of temporary solutions to digital inequities, from quickly distributing hotspots to free access to broadband for school-aged children, to handing out tablets to…
It’s time to treat security as a mission critical component of our essential broadband infrastructure. It’s time to have security lead everything we do; versus being overlaid as a reactive…
Oregon is an amazing place to live as we are blessed with beautiful natural surroundings like forests, lakes, and mountains. The flip side, however, is that it can be challenging…
History sometimes repeats itself. In 1939, Ivan Laird could not get electricity to his farm in Sitkum, a small town 45 miles east of Coos Bay on the Oregon Coast.…
David Hand has been involved in the Oregon Telecommunications business as long as I have, well over 25 years. Over the years he has built a successful ISP (Mighty.Net) with…
Southern Oregon University has begun a phased launch of a new operational software platform that is expected to eventually save the university more than $750,000 in recurring costs each year.…
In business vocabulary, the term ‘margin’ is a fairly important word to know, as it is connected with several concepts that speak to profitability. Understanding your margins and maintaining them…
Finding the Best is a collaboration between Roslyn Donald and Marta Tarantsey Businesses throughout the US are facing a tight labor market, and small businesses in southern Oregon are experiencing…
Being next is the best place to be. Standing in line waiting my turn can be an incredible opportunity to make new acquaintances, learn new things and be inspired to…
“Innovation is hard, important and exciting. “ I’m going to spending the next couple of years with you focusing on innovation driven entrepreneurship and broadband. I toured Arcimoto’s new 250,000 SQFT…
Citizens Bank and Citizens Bancorp are proud to announce Tamara Scoville as a new member of their Board of Directors. “We are delighted to have Tamara join our Board of Directors,” said…
What does it mean to Scale a business? If scaling a business is important, why isn’t this taught? This article starts out with two good questions that are asked thousands…
With the major McKinney fire burning close to California border, we know that along with the fire threat, communities nearby are also coping with the threat of smoke. Below are tips from…
I toured Arcimoto’s new 250,000 SQFT Manufacturing Facility and was blown away by all the innovation
8/12/2022 Breaking News : Arcimoto Appoints Jesse Fittipaldi as Interim Chief Executive Officer We have been watching and reporting on Arcimoto for several years. Greg visited with them back when…
What is innovation? How does innovation work in small business? How does innovation work in a community? The state of Oregon has been pushing hard to sponsor innovation throughout the…
Press Releases
via KDP press release www.kdpllp.com Medford, Oregon (January 17, 2024) KDP Certified Public Accountants, LLP, and Price Fronk & Co., announced today…
Coding isn’t just a skill, it’s your new SUPERPOWER! 2024 Coding Camp Lineup: Classes are open to students ages 16 – 24…
In today’s interconnected world, the internet has become an integral part of our lives, providing unprecedented access to information and enabling communication…
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly accelerated the adoption of telehealth and online classrooms, and we’ve learned a lot from this experience. Here…
A business conference can be a great opportunity to showcase your brand, network with other professionals, and learn new skills. However, organizing…
Dutch Bros Inc. (NYSE: BROS; “Dutch Bros”) today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of $300 million of shares…