by Kevin Hardy, Oregon Capital ChronicleMarch 26, 2026 State rainy day funds — money reserved to cover unexpected expenses and patch short-term budget holes — are declining nationally as states face increased costs, lower tax […]
PORTLAND, Ore. – In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging people in Oregon to talk with their health care providers about colorectal cancer screening and take steps to reduce their risk of the disease. “Colorectal […]
by Robin Linares, Oregon Capital ChronicleMarch 25, 2026 City officials and developers are eying a 120-acre former farming property just outside of Woodburn city limits for a housing complex to meet the needs of the […]
Portland, OR — The America 250 Oregon Commission, in partnership with Oregon Heritage and the Oregon Historical Society, is proud to announce the recipients of its third round of grant funding, awarding nearly $60,000 to 21 organizations across Oregon for […]
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announced its Flex Lending program helped 954 households buy a home in 2025 by offering down payment assistance (DPA) and lower interest rates through partnerships with approved lenders. This first-of-its-kind mortgage loan program, called Flex Lending, consists of two loan products — FirstHome and NextStep. FirstHome is intended for first-time homebuyers with low to moderate incomes, while NextStep is […]
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