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Independent Businesses Adapt to Changing Customer Habits
From flexible hours to smaller footprints, Oregon's independent retailers are rethinking long-standing assumptions about how customers shop.
Jul 25, 2026BusinessOregon's Tech Sector Hiring Picks Up After a Slow StretchAfter several cautious quarters, Oregon technology employers are posting more openings, though hiring remains selective.Jul 20, 2026BusinessWillamette Valley Growers See Steady Gains in Export MarketsSpecialty crop exports from the Willamette Valley are growing, even as domestic demand patterns shift.Jul 16, 2026BusinessPortland Startups Navigate a More Cautious Funding EnvironmentEarly-stage founders describe longer fundraising timelines and more scrutiny from investors than in previous years.Jul 10, 2026