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New store features Amish furniture, appliances and more

LA GRANDE — Appliances and More, of Baker City, has opened its second store at 212 Greenwood St.,…

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OSU ag college receives record research funding

CORVALLIS — Oregon State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences set a record for research funding in fiscal 2023…

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Teen entrepreneur program to hold introductory meeting

ENTERPRISE — The Mentor Match Teen Entrepreneur program will kick off its new year Wednesday, Sept. 13, at…

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John Day-based outdoor clothing company impresses influential podcaster Joe Rogan

JOHN DAY — In science fiction and fantasy stories like “Lord of the Rings” and “Star Trek,” characters…

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Oregonians remain stressed about the economy, poll finds

SALEM — Inflation is down, wages are up, and Oregon unemployment is at a record low. And yet…

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R&C Adventure Footwear has new owners

LA GRANDE — If shoes could talk, what would they say about you? Would they say you’re a…

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North Powder resident keeps local food local

NORTH POWDER — A new local compost business turns local food waste into nutrient-rich soil, all while being…

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Oregon Employment Department hold times soar, despite record low unemployment

SALEM — When Sophia Wolfe was laid off in June, she promptly filed for unemployment aid while starting…

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Self Service Furniture closing its doors permanently

LA GRANDE — After more than 40 years of offering home furnishings in La Grande, Self Service Furniture-Courtesy…

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Doing business: The lies advertisers tell you

“Why, all advertising is exaggerated. Nobody believes it,” said Coca-Cola’s attorney, which inspired Coke’s Sam C. Dobbs to…

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