Local Businesses

The annual event stays open until 4:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve this year, with hundreds of local vendors and craftsmakers.

Toy stores were once the domain of national chains. Now, with the known chain stores largely gone, local shops are finding their niche to compete against online mega-retailers and big box stores. We hear from Eugene toy store owner Richard Goosman about the industry today.

According to city officials in Oakridge, one in five businesses there is operating without a license. The city now wants to crack down on these businesses through a 2002 ordinance that could fine them up to $500.

Since the beginning of spring, major projects on 8th Avenue and Oak and Pearl Streets have severely impacted foot and vehicle traffic in surrounding blocks.

Oregon is launching its own meat inspection program, which is expected to expedite meat distribution across the state.

As The World Athletics Championships approach, business owners are hoping for an influx of customers.

Eugene-based company Blue Lotus Chai won a 2019 Silver Sofi award from the Specialty Food Association. The international award is considered the “Oscars…