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WorkSource Oregon, a network of public and private partners, offers high quality services to individuals and businesses that results in job attainment, retention and  business advancement. The organization provides access to information about local careers and industry profiles, tax credits, incentive programs and economic statistics to assist individuals and businesse...Continue Reading

Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative partners with the economic development agencies and municipalities and County leadership of Baker County, Grant County, Harney County and Union County as well as other community members to provide technical assistance that grows the economy and enhances life for residents of Eastern Oregon.  These partnerships with economi...Continue Reading

Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative offers low-cost energy to local businesses. Additional regional incentives make transitioning business to the area a positive move all around. Area economic development agencies and city and county governments in the region offer a long list of grants, funding, rebates and temporary tax exemptions to foste...Continue Reading

The state of Oregon encourages the building and expansion of businesses through several incentive programs. Local property tax exemptions, tax credits for hiring individuals from target groups, solar energy development incentives, media incentive programs and loans for the expansion of small manufacturing businesses are only a few examples of th...Continue Reading

Eastern Oregon is home to a wide variety of successful industries. The region has been defined by mining, timber, manufacturing and tourism historically, but these industries and more still thrive today. New startups are moving to Eastern Oregon every day, finding a supportive community and a low cost of livin...Continue Reading

La Grande, OR -- Each fiscal year, the La Grande Urban Renewal Agency (URA) has a limited amount of funding to allocate toward public/ private development projects within the Urban Renewal District. For the 2020-2021 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020, the Agency will be accepting applications for project fundin...Continue Reading

A family-friendly environment, easy access to an assortment of outdoor activities and affordable living make Eastern Oregon the ideal place to relocate. Educational opportunities abound, providing residents with a supportive school system from kindergarten through college. Small towns and cities make growing a tight-knit community simple. The cost of livin...Continue Reading

Community theatre productions, festivals, fairs and other celebrations provide the opportunity to attend events in the region year-round at almost any given time. Live performances take place regularly at Eastern Oregon Regional Theater and the Elgin Opera House. Alder House Museum, Baker Heritage Museum, The DeWitt Museum and the Nationa...Continue Reading

Natural beauty, a bounty of outdoor amenities and economic promise combined with affordability make housing in Eastern Oregon a desirable alternative to high-priced areas like Portland, Bend and Boise, Idaho. With housing prices lower than National Average, it is easy to find the home you want at the price yo...Continue Reading

The opportunity for higher education is one of the many attractive features of Eastern Oregon. Located just off I-84 in the heart of the Blue Mountain range between Boise, Idaho and Portland, Oregon is Eastern Oregon University. The public college in La Grande, Oregon is a four year university offerin...Continue Reading

By hiring from diverse and underserved communities, a company can boost innovation along with its bottom line. The current U.S. labor market bodes well for workers: unemployment has been consistently low and demand for talent remains high. But this wreaks havoc for companies who face a talent shortage to fill vacan...Continue Reading

With record-low unemployment numbers continuing, many states are engaging in creative tactics to draw in new residents and workers — and keep the ones already there. When it comes to employment, the U.S. economy has continued on its roll, according to a variety of statistics. That is, of course, excellent new...Continue Reading

BAKER WEB ACADEMY BWA offers (at no cost to Oregon families) a full selection of online classes, online guided textbook-based classes, teacher support, technology, and face to face learning/support opportunities.  Our program is based on a philosophy that students need options and personalization in their education, and we are experts i...Continue Reading

Although the number of jobs lost during the Great Recession have been regained, not all regions or industry sectors have experienced the same recovery.   Where are the best job opportunities, and in what sectors? The research from market analytics consultant Emsi suggests that some of the most attractive sectors in term...Continue Reading

How traditional bed-and-breakfasts survive in the era of Airbnb It was a Victorian mansion in every sense of the word, from the delicate china to the velvety cushions to the vintage black-and-white photos of women in chokers and men with manicured mustaches. It was like stepping into a long-forgotten era of hospitality...Continue Reading

The diverse communities of Cove, Elgin, Imbler, Island City, La Grande, North Powder, Summerville and Union are all located in Union County. Union County boasts a respectable population of over 27,000 and is home to a variety of thriving businesses. The Eastern Oregon University is also located here. The are...Continue Reading

Prime location next to the Hines Post Office! A new space, with private ADA restroom, two heat/air pumps and separate electrical services. Main room is 40’ x 20’ with back and front entrance, off street owner/employee parking and some utilities included. Click here to download the flyer.Continue Reading

The largest county in Oregon, Harney County, is made up of two beautiful communities- Burns and Hines. The diverse landscape of the area includes forests, deserts, lakes, streams and mountains, making it an excellent destination for those who seek a healthier lifestyle and outdoor recreation. The county is home t...Continue Reading

Maybe you don’t consider yourself a gamer—or it could just be you haven’t found the right game. Chances are, the one for you is being made somewhere in Oregon. In Oregon, the game has changed—and so have the games. Over the past decade, the state's masters of warfare, zombie apocalypses, and mor...Continue Reading

Picturesque valleys and high alpine lakes and mountains make up the scenic Grant County of Eastern Oregon! Grant County includes the beautiful communities of John Day, Canyon City, Dayville, Granite, Long Creek, Mt. Vernon, Prairie City and Seneca. The expansive county is the size of Connecticut and is contained b...Continue Reading

The state tourism agency wants businesses to encourage employees to plan for vacation. Travel Oregon is keen to encourage employers to take the initiative in encouraging their staff to use the day to plan vacation. Linea Gagliano, director of global communications for Travel Oregon, says evidence shows that employees who pla...Continue Reading

Baker County, located at the intersection of three Oregon Scenic Byways, is full of charming history and beauty! Baker County includes communities such as Baker City, Haines and Sumpter. This area is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Surrounded by the Wallowa Mountains, Hells Canyon, the Powder River and the Elkhorn Mountains...Continue Reading

Economics professor Kimberly Clausing explains how protectionist policies leave Oregon vulnerable Skepticism of free trade has become an increasingly popular political stance. From the president’s trade wars and anti-immigration platform to Bernie Sanders’s rejection of key trade agreements such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership, ‘globalism’ is a dirty word in American politics. Ree...Continue Reading

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it won’t do anything to cure you of a case of the Mondays. Making a successful transition from weekend mode to workweek mode can require practice. After all, we have a lot working against us on Mondays. For starters, science say...Continue Reading