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Practical advice for Lane County businesses, nonprofits, and professionals.

QuoteDraft2026-03-105 min read

A Lane County Contractor's Missed Opportunity

When a South Eugene homeowner chose a higher-priced Portland contractor over a local bid, the difference wasn't price—it was presentation. Here's what contractors need to know about winning jobs in Lane County.

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GrantDraft2026-03-104 min read

Lane County Nonprofits Face a Grant Puzzle

United Way invested $6.1 million locally last year, but the organizations that received funding had something in common: they knew how to ask for it. A look at where Lane County nonprofits find grant money.

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