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New Medford Publishing Company Releases Resource Guides That Answer Business & Community Service Needs
(Medford, OR) — Collaborative Publishing Solutions (CPS), owned by Charlotte Hodel, is a new business which opened in November 2019 whose mission is to serve Southern Oregon through its upcoming multimedia platform publications and promotional campaigns. These publications fulfill perceived voids and needs in the local business and community service sectors.…
Read MoreStudy confirms SOU’s vital role in the regional economy
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release: Tuesday, March 4, 2020 (Ashland, Ore.) — Southern Oregon University is a powerful economic engine for its region, responsible for a total of $282.5 million in annual output in Jackson County, according to a recent economic impact study by Portland-based consulting firm ECONorthwest. SOU also is…
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Entrepreneur to Entrepreneur – BioSkin
The Southern Oregon Entrepreneur to Entrepreneur group met at BioSkin in Medford for their February meeting. BioSkin was started over 25 years ago by Dean Cropper. They manufacture and sell hypoallergenic, breathable, lightweight and comfortable medical grade braces and compression devices based on a patented material created by Dean. They…
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Stumbling upon the Smart Help Store
By Jim Teece I wandered through a mostly empty Rogue Valley mall the other day. I saw boarded-up stores and bored shopkeepers. A sense of dread and emptiness filled the gaps once occupied by people. I thought about the past vibrancy of malls from my youth and then I started…
Read MoreKim Young Brings Depth to SOREDI as New Business Development Manager
Date: February 11, 2020 Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development, Inc. (SOREDI) is pleased to announce that Kim Young has joined the Business Development team at SOREDI, effective February 4, 2020. Young recently relocated to the region from La Grande, where she was the Executive Director of Greater Oregon (GO) STEM…
Read MoreSenate Confirms Phoenix, Oregon City Councilor Stuart Warren as Land Conservation and Development Commissioner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 7, 2020 SALEM – On February 5, the Oregon Senate confirmed Stuart Warren as a commissioner on the Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC). Warren’s term will begin February 14, 2020 and end September 30, 2020. Warren is filling an unexpired term and is eligible for reappointment…
Read MorePeople’s Bank of Commerce Reports Earnings
Medford, Oregon – People’s Bank of Commerce (OTCBB: PBCO) announced today its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2019 operations. The bank reported net income of $4,068,000 for the full year of 2019 compared to $3,398,000 in 2018, a 20% increase. In 2019 earnings per diluted share…
Read MoreBritt Website Receives Significant Upgrade
January 16, 2020 MEDFORD, OR – Britt Music & Arts Festival announces the redesign and significant upgrade of their website that will improve the ability of Britt patrons and fans to purchase tickets and learn about various operations of the non-profit organization. Constructed by web design firm Project A, the…
Read MoreSOBC 2020: Mission: One Rogue Valley
Join us for our 17th Annual Southern Oregon Business Conference Mission: One Rogue Valley. On Thursday, January 30, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm, SOREDI will be sharing pertinent information regarding the future of building a prosperous Southern Oregon. Recently, thanks to the financial support and participation of hundreds of stakeholders,…
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Airscape
By Cynthia Scherr November 29, 2019 E2E Meeting One of the most delightful aspects of a Southern Oregon summer is the 35° temperature difference from day to night. Perhaps you’re like me, running around every evening opening windows to let in the cool evening air, then another lap around the…
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Economic Outlook: It’s Complicated
Grant D. Forsyth, Ph.D., Chief Economist for Avista gave a riveting talk at the November, Medford Chamber of Commerce Forum to over 200 business people. The title of his talk was “Economic Outlook: It’s Complicated”. He presented several slides to prove his title to be true. Our Economy in Southern…
Read MorePeople’s Bank Reports Earnings
Medford, Oregon – People’s Bank of Commerce (OTCBB: PBCO) announced today its financial results for the third quarter and year-to-date 2019. The bank reported net income of $947,000 or $0.30 per basic and diluted share for the third quarter of 2019, compared to net income of $948,000 or $0.31 per…
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