rural Oregon

Oregon is expected to get between $400 million and $1 billion dollars from the federal government over several years to expand broadband access.  Secretary of State Shemia Fagan said an audit of the Oregon Broadband Office finds it needs funding to add staff, to administer and distribute the funds.   “...

Christine Drazan, Republican candidate for Oregon Governor says if elected, she’ll work to give rural portions of the state a voice in Salem.  The Klamath Falls native said Oregon is an ag dependent state, but the business climate makes it difficult on producers of any size.  She also says the ...

USDA will invest $7 million in a rural Clackamas County internet provider, with the hopes of providing broadband service to 500 unserved households.  USDA Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh made the announcement Tuesday at Clear Creek Communications.   “...

Health officials are urging rural Oregonians to consider getting a flu shot before influenza hits the region.  Dr. Katie Sharff, Chief of Infectious Disease for Kaiser Permanente, said American medical professionals can typically predict the flu season here by looking to our friends in the Southern Hemisphere.   “...

Law enforcement across Oregon is warning about a growing problem, hitting rural and urban communities alike.   “It’s a real crisis that we’re facing. I would say an unprecedented one, when it comes to drug abuse," said Steve Mygrant, Chief of The Narcotics and Criminal Enterprises Unit for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Ore...

How does EOU serve rural communities through their on-line program?  Dan Cecchini explains during today's Eastern Oregon University Minute.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia.com...

In today's Eastern Oregon University's Minute, President Tom Insko talks about how EOU's facilities connect to the school's rural mission. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

This week, associate professor Shannon Donovan talks about Eastern Oregon University's new Sustainable Rural Systems Program. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia.com

In an effort to help and encourage entrepreneurs in rural portions of the state, Oregon Rural Development is out with a comprehensive resource guide. State Director Margi Hoffmann said navigating and accessing programs can feel like you’re navigating a complex maze. "T ...

Margaret Hoffman has been pointed state director for USDA’s Rural Development in Oregon. The announcement by the Biden Administration was one of several regional appointments, including those for FSA in five states. “A year into this administration, we continue to build an experienced team in our state offices,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “I have full con ...