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McMinnville small business owners wondering if they will see tariff refunds: ‘We don’t have Wall Street backing’

McMinnville shop owners say they're facing everything from 200% price hikes to canceled orders, tied to tariffs that were declared unconstitutional and the Iran war....

Oregon winery dispute leads to major sanctions over AI-generated court filings

An attorney for the winery owners says the penalties may be among the largest in the U.S. tied to fake legal citations. PORTLAND, Ore....

Eastern Oregon wheat farmers say rising costs are pushing them into the red

The prices of fuel, fertilizer and global market pressures leave some producers fearing they could lose their farms. PORTLAND, Ore. — Rising fuel prices...

Gas prices surpass $4 nationwide for the first time since 2022 as diesel surge strains Northwest suppliers

A Portland fuel company is warning smaller stations could struggle as global demand drives costs higher. PORTLAND, Ore. — For the first time in...

Rising fuel costs strain Oregon seafood industry, raising concern over prices and supply

Businesses face mounting delivery fees, while fishermen may soon have to weigh whether it’s worth the cost of heading out to sea. PORTLAND, Ore....

Oregon sparkling wine producers unite, signaling a new era for the industry

Nonprofit Method Oregon sets strict standards for traditional-method sparkling wines as winemakers push onto the global stage. OREGON, USA — Oregon winemakers are gaining...

Rising gas prices squeeze Oregon small businesses, force tough choices

Delivery costs climb as fuel hits four-year high, prompting price hikes and cutbacks. PORTLAND, Oregon — Gas prices are climbing to their highest levels in...

Nonprofit transforms former Airbnb office in Old Town into family-focused business incubator

Feed the Mass repurposes fully furnished space into “Nourish Building,” aiming to support entrepreneurs and revitalize the neighborhood. PORTLAND, Oregon — There is renewed...

Oregon wineries turn to immersive experiences to attract customers

From wine-blending classes to vineyard ATV tours, producers aim to attract new customers with hands-on experiences. AMITY, Ore. — Oregon’s wine industry is developing...

Unlikely Tualatin partnership aims to improve quality of nonalcoholic drinks

A winery and a kombucha company decided to collaborate as more consumers cut back on alcohol. TUALATIN, Oregon — It may sound like an...

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