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Governor Kotek appoints Kirk Maag to agriculture board

By Beaver State News | Feb 4, 2025

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Kirk Maag to the Oregon State Board of Agriculture.

Oregon reports first feline case of highly pathogenic avian influenza

By Beaver State News | Feb 4, 2025

A cat in Washington County, Oregon, has tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), specifically avian influenza type A H5N1.

Oregon lawmakers introduce over 2,500 bills as legislative session begins

By Beaver State News | Feb 1, 2025

Oregon legislators have commenced their 2025 session with the introduction of over 2,500 bills in the House and Senate.

Biosecurity measures essential for livestock protection on farms

By Beaver State News | Jan 31, 2025

Implementing biosecurity practices on farms is crucial for protecting livestock from infectious diseases, pests, and other harmful agents.

NFIB warns against potential lawsuit abuse legislation affecting Oregon businesses

By Beaver State News | Jan 30, 2025

The 2025 session of the Oregon State Legislature is underway, with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) actively monitoring legislation that could increase business costs or facilitate lawsuits against small business owners.

Powerball jackpot winner claims prize; Fred Meyer donates $50K to local food bank

By Beaver State News | Jan 24, 2025

A Powerball ticket matching all six numbers for a $328.5 million jackpot was sold at Fred Meyer on SW Walker Road in Beaverton, Oregon.

Oregon Department of Agriculture opens grant applications for workforce housing

By Beaver State News | Jan 23, 2025

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has announced the opening of the Agriculture Workforce Housing Grant application period starting January 17, 2025.

Common Cause Oregon outlines democracy goals for new legislative session

By Beaver State News | Jan 21, 2025

The start of Oregon's 83rd Legislative Assembly coincides with the inauguration of a new presidential administration.

Small business optimism hits highest level since 1983

By Beaver State News | Jan 14, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has reported a significant rise in small business optimism, marking the highest level since the fourth quarter of 1983.

2023: Oregon ranks 17th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $9,358,054

By Beaver State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Oregon received $9,358,054 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 17th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

Oregon businesses face hiring challenges amid new legislative session

By Beaver State News | Jan 9, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest monthly Jobs Report, highlighting ongoing challenges faced by small business owners in finding employees.

Oregon sees more property tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Beaver State News | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $5 million in property tax revenue for Oregon, a 66.7% increase from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Analysis: Oregon one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Beaver State News | Jan 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Beaver State News shows that Oregon is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.