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My thoughts on Tariffs
By Jim Teece I recently saw a video clip of Donald Trump from 1988 where he was on the Oprah Winfrey show, and he shared his thoughts on tariffs. His ideas then are what we are seeing him play out now, in his second term as President of the United…
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Bill Thorndike’s Legacy
William “Bill” Thorndike Jr., a prominent Southern Oregon business leader and dedicated community servant, passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2025, at the age of 71. He suffered a heart attack while vacationing with his wife, Angela, at their family cabin on Whidbey Island in Washington’s Puget Sound. Born in…
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Keep your small business focused with a strategic plan
Creating a strategic plan for a small company is essential for ensuring that your business stays focused, grows sustainably, and adapts to changing conditions. Here’s a straightforward process that’s both practical and adaptable for small businesses: 1. Set the Foundation (Preparation) 2. Analyze the Current State (Where Are You Now?)…
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Why Higher Education is More Important than Ever
By RICK BAILEY I’m going to start with a disclaimer. I am a university president, so I have an obvious affection for higher education. The university I serve is a regionally responsive, liberal arts institution, so I am admittedly partial to the advantages that come with a broad-based education. Am…
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Hunter Communications Offers SmartBiz™ for Local Businesses, Addressing Growing Cybersecurity Threats
As internet usage continues to increase, so do online threats that pose serious risks to businesses of all sizes. Recognizing this trend, Hunter Communications, a leading provider of internet and telecommunications services in Oregon, offers SmartBiz™ — an advanced internet solution designed to enhance network security for small and medium-sized…
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Rentec Direct Named One of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses
Rentec Direct, an Oregon-based property management software company, honored as one of America’s top 100 small businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Grants Pass, September 5, 2024 – Rentec Direct, an award-winning property management software company, has been named to the prestigious CO—100 list for 2024, an honor bestowed by the U.S.…
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Mercy Flights celebrates 75 years of service
Mercy Flights Inc. was founded in 1949 with a social mission to provide life-saving medical transport to rural southern Oregon residents in need. Based in Medford Oregon, Mercy Flights was the nation’s first not-for-profit air ambulance. Today, the integrated mobile healthcare organization responds to over 30,000 medical transport requests and…
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What happened to Arcimoto?
Note from Jim: I fell in love with the company and technology and shared many stories over the years about their journey. I even bought stock. It looks like my investment is gone. Other than the normal disclosure about the SOBJ should not be used for investment advice, based on…
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