New leaders must be willing to learn, develop communication skills, and adjust relationships. Transparent information sharing establishes trust and repeats important messages. Listening is a key communication skill and should be prioritized. Treat everyone equally and...
On Oct. 1, Maps Community Foundation began accepting applications for its 2023 Teacher Grants. This year, Maps plans to award $30,000 in grants to K-12 school teachers in Marion and Polk counties. Grants may be used for classroom or school-wide projects, technology...
The Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance for Marion and Polk Counties welcomes Elaine Lozier as their first Executive Director. Having previously used contractor and volunteer support, the hiring of a full-time employee marks a significant milestone in the local...
Last week, the Oregon Legislature convened for Legislative Committee Days, Leg Days for short. Over three days, interim committees met and heard a wide variety of topics. Often this is a precursor to what may be considered during the upcoming Legislative Session in...
NEWS RELEASESeptember 27, 2023 CONTACTAnca Matica, Press Secretary to Governor KotekAnca.Matica@Oregon.Gov Nathan Buehler, Business Oregon Communications and Research Manager Nathan.Buehler@Biz.Oregon.Gov Oregon to Receive $157 Million for Broadband Infrastructure...
Salem, OR—The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) this week published the annual maximum rent increase allowed by statute for calendar year 2024. The DAS Office of Economic Analysis (OEA) has calculated the maximum percentage as 10.0%. Following the...
With only five days until the end of the fiscal year and no clear path forward on funding the government beyond Sunday, it is likely that a government shutdown is imminent. The United States Chamber of Commerce is working to impress upon lawmakers the economic damage...
A Conversation with Dr. Jessica Howard, President of Chemeketa Community CollegeChemeketa Community College President Dr. Jessica Howard joins the podcast to share a little about her history in academia, and the important role community colleges play in workforce...
A Conversation with Larry Jackson, Owner of Jackson’s Body ShopAs Jackson’s Body Shop celebrates its 65th year of doing business in Salem, CEO Tom Hoffert sat down for a conversation with Owner Larry Jackson. This generational business has remained committed to...
A Conversation with Tim Davis, Founder and CEO of Valor Mentoring and Owner of The RECTim Davis’ easy demeanor, unrelenting vision, and tendency as a “raging extrovert” make for a most enjoyable podcast conversation. He shares how his childhood experiences and the key...