The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Energy Smart Industrial (ESI) program, a pioneering initiative that has transformed energy efficiency in the industrial sector across the Pacific Northwest. Over the past decade and a half, the program has not only helped businesses grow and compete but has also been inte

With the rise of AI systems in recent years, workers worldwide have expressed growing concern. Some describe tools like ChatGPT as harbingers of job loss due to their impressive efficiency. For many, AI feels like a threat to job security.

Stevie Fox, of Rain Marketers, speculates that fear of change underlies AI anxiety. “If someone has been working fo…

In the heart of Salem, Oregon, Indigo Wellness Center stands as a beacon of health and community connection, led by its founder, Dr. Zohra Campbell. A chiropractor, yoga therapist, and visionary, Campbell reflects on her two decades of leadership and the impact her journey has made on the Salem community.

“My personal history and experiences shaped Indi…

In recent years, rising energy costs have become a significant concern for many Oregonians. As electricity and natural gas prices climb, households and businesses alike are feeling the financial strain. Senator Wyden has begun asking key questions as the issue worsens.

Energy costs disproportionately affect lower-income residents, who often spend a higher…

Chemeketa Community College has been awarded a prestigious $499,969 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to further expand its services for student veterans. The Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) grant recognizes Chemeketa's outstanding efforts to support veterans and offers new opportunities for growth and innovation in the

In a landmark decision on Friday, Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announced a $165 million investment aimed at tackling the state's critical affordable housing shortage. This funding, approved by the Oregon Housing Stability Council, will support the construction of eight housing developments across the state, ultimately providing over 550 af

The City of Salem recently released its preliminary five-year financial forecast, projecting an $18 million shortfall in the General Fund for Fiscal Year 2026, with the gap expected to widen over the next few years. This forecast, presented to the City’s Budget Committee, will guide decisions on service prioritization and financial planning.

The financi…

The Marion County Reentry Initiative is all about return on investment. Helping former prison inmates successfully reintegrate into the community is less expensive, financially and socially, than having them commit new crimes.

That is why area businesspeople joined law enforcement officers, politicians, social service providers, the faith community and ot…

At the conclusion of part one, we mentioned that once you have a deep understanding of your buyer’s journey, you can use technology to give your team a much better chance of meeting the buyer where they are. This is important, because where the buyer is at that moment is where all the best discussions happen.

So – what kind of information should …