A local entrepreneur says a mandate from the state to build more homes to address Oregon’s housing shortage and homelessness crisis, coupled with a challenging labor market to find construction workers, underscores the need for automation and 3D printing to build more homes.
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New solar farm project could translate into savings for city of Ontario
A new, 20-acre, $8.5 million solar project just north of Ontario could mean power cost savings for the city of Ontario.
Ontario shelter overrun by cats, seeks foster homes and more volunteers
The Ontario Feral Cat Project is struggling with an increasing number of cats that require a home. The project’s Ontario shelter is running out of space, causing volunteers to take some cats home. But the numbers keep increasing even as resources stay limited. “We currently have cages stacked on top[Read More…]
Fry Foods to add up to 100 new jobs with new fryer line
Fry Foods is set to add another fryer line to its Ontario food processing plant by the end of the year. The $6 million long-term project was made possible partly with a grant from Business Oregon, the state’s economic development office, and will add up to 100 new employees at the plant.
Town hall session at Vale Senior Center aimed to gather input on Pioneer Place’s financial woes
Officials who oversee Vale’s Pioneer Place, a skilled nursing, assisted living and rehabilitation center, hope the public show up in force Wednesday, Aug. 16 to help them find answers to the facility’s financial problems.
Kiwanis to fire up the grill for local youth
The Kiwanis Club’s annual Chicken Barbecue fundraiser kicks off at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17 to benefit local youth programs.
Vale and area schools upgrade broadband connection
Students returning to area schools this fall will experience speedier internet connections as high-speed broadband service continues to expand across Malheur County. According to Randy Seals, director of technology with the Malheur County Education Service District, the Vale School District now has its fiber link, which will allow for minimal[Read More…]
State halts funding for Treasure Valley Reload Center, imposes conditions
BREAKING: The Oregon Department of Transportation is stopping funding for the troubled Treasure Valley Reload Center. The state in a letter set two key conditions to providing more construction money. The state says the viability of the stalled project is in doubt.
Euvalcree nears grand opening of child care center
Euvalcree, a nonprofit community organization, is nearing the completion of a child care facility that aims to serve 30 children. It is also looking to train aspiring child care operators and help them open their own businesses.
Local nonprofit awards scholarship money
A mother of six with a lifelong dream of becoming a nurse and a handful of other local women received thousands in scholarship money from the local chapter of an international nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of women.