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Rocky Matson novel centers frontier women erased from history
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Rocky Matson’s new historical novel, The Voice of the West: Seeds of Survival, links an Oregon Trail widow in 1847 with a present-day manuscript conservator to show how women’s stories survive, and sometimes vanish, from the record.
Patricia Cane turns serotonin research into thriller SNAPS
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Patricia Cane says her novel SNAPS began as a boredom project on a snowy day and grew into a 225-page suspense story about science, criminal law and moral responsibility.
SportsBug extends Oregon audio streaming deal
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SportsBug renewed its agreement with Learfield and the University of Oregon to keep real-time radio play-by-play available for Ducks fans at games.
Ashley Elizabeth Neybert advances accessible STEM education at Independence Science
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Ashley Elizabeth Neybert, PhD, is using research, curriculum design and lived experience to make science education more inclusive for blind, low-vision and other disabled students.
User Friendly Media Group urges stronger STEM focus as technology reshapes work
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User Friendly Media Group is spotlighting the need for stronger STEM education in a new article by William “Bill” Sikkens, arguing that technological literacy now matters across the economy, not just in tech jobs.
Kleinschmidt adds senior scientist Peter Stevens
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Kleinschmidt Associates has hired Peter Stevens as a senior scientist to bolster its fisheries, aquatic science and hydropower consulting work.
JAST Media names Brian Peterson CEO to drive AI growth push
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JAST Media appointed Brian Peterson as chief executive officer on Sept. 9, 2026, as the Wilsonville, Oregon-based digital marketing firm expands its AI-powered marketing and digital transformation services.
SportsBug adds Sterling Select as equity and operating partner
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SportsBug has brought in Sterling Select Group as a strategic equity and operating partner as the company expands its real-time play-by-play audio platform across pro and college sports.
EyeHealth Northwest expands Eastside Surgery Center with first UNITY cataract system in Oregon
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EyeHealth Northwest completed a major expansion of its Eastside Surgery Center in Happy Valley, adding three operating rooms and becoming the first facility in Oregon to offer the UNITY Cataract System.
Alpha IT flags IT management strain for Oregon businesses
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Alpha IT says Oregon businesses are facing growing pressure to keep cloud systems, software, email and voice networks working together without disruption.
Arradiance buys Lotus Applied Technology to push ALD into production
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Arradiance has acquired Lotus Applied Technology, bringing rapid spatial ALD and roll-to-roll deposition technology into its portfolio as of July 30, 2026. The deal is meant to help the company move customers from lab-scale development to…
All Service Moving taps Private Eyes for pre-employment screening
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All Service Moving has chosen Private Eyes Screening Group to handle background checks, drug testing, physical exams and related screening services starting in January 2026. The move is meant to speed hiring and give the moving company a smoother…
Digital Marketing Group says digital storytelling is reshaping Oregon tourism marketing
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Portland-based Digital Marketing Group says travelers are increasingly influenced by social creators and online content, and it’s using that shift to help Oregon destinations drive measurable tourism growth.
Tiffany Bless joins NAFCD board ahead of annual convention
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JAST Media Vice President Tiffany Bless has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the North American Floor Covering Distributors Association.
SME honors manufacturing researchers and engineers at NAMRC 54
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SME recognized top researchers, engineers and students at the 54th North American Manufacturing Research Conference at Penn State University on June 18, 2026. Awards highlighted work in sustainable manufacturing, real-time monitoring, and bold new…
DSV breaks ground on 750,000-square-foot Oregon warehouse hub
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DSV has started construction on a new 750,000-square-foot warehouse hub in Hillsboro, Oregon, designed to consolidate three existing sites and support semiconductor customers statewide.
Portland attorney Michael Colbach earns 2026 Oregon Super Lawyers honor
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Portland personal injury attorney Michael Colbach was named to the 2026 Oregon Super Lawyers list for the 15th straight year, placing him among the top 5% of attorneys in Oregon.
ACPMP marks 20 years of appendix cancer walks, nears $2.5 million for rare cancer research
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The Appendix Cancer PMP Research Foundation is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its signature walk series this June, with events in seven U.S. locations and more across the country.
Crisis Lab adds maritime recovery expert James Merten to advisory board
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Crisis Lab appointed James Merten to its new Advisory Board on September 8, 2026, tapping the maritime disaster economics specialist to help shape intelligence products and programs.
CodaPet adds in-home pet euthanasia coverage in San Diego
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CodaPet expanded its in-home pet euthanasia network in San Diego by adding licensed veterinarian Dr. Ashley Glatting to serve the city and nearby communities.
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