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Downtime with Colleen Padilla

The executive director of Southern Oregon Regional Economic Development gets out — a lot.

Blumenauer's Call For Marijuana Justice
As communities of color still face repercussions from 'selectively enforced' prohibition, Congressman Earl Blumenauer says the cannabis industry must make amends.
Out of the Wild
A new economic-development grant aims to kick-start Oregon’s nascent aquaculture sector.
Opinion: Ports in Need of Upkeep Dollars
Congress has failed to allocate enough funds to maintain ports and harbors.
Gains and Losses of Wine Tariffs
The Trump administration’s 25% tariff on European wine could put the squeeze on distributors, but also create an opening for Oregon labels.
Downtime with Pat Welch
The founder and CEO of staffing firm Boly:Welch relaxes with a game of mah-jongg and poker on a rainy day.
Opinion: The Pitfalls of Workplace Romance in the Post-#MeToo Era
Businesses should consider love contracts to deal with office relationships.

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