EUGENE, Ore. — Small businesses everywhere were hoping to take part in Small Business Saturday. On the Saturday after Thanksgiving, shoppers are encouraged to check out the little shops in their own towns. Owners of the Oregon Constant Gardener on West 11th heard about the event just recently. They said they have high hopes for … Continue reading »
Local Greeting Cards Biz Takes Off
EUGENE, Ore. — Bloom Paper Goods, an online greetings cards website based in Eugene, recently made its big debut just in time for the big holiday season. Customers can upload photos into specially designed templates, which can be professionally printed and shipped to them or they can do it from their own desktop at home. … Continue reading »
Small Business Program Gets Boost
EUGENE, Ore. — Some small businesses across Oregon will get an extra financial boost next year to increase their exports. Oregon received nearly half a million dollars in funds from the U.S. Small Business Administration–that’s a 30-percent increase from what it received last year. Some of that money will likely show up in Eugene. Co-Motion … Continue reading »
Confidence Building Among New Businesses
EUGENE, Ore. — There seems to be momentum for new businesses in Eugene. On Monday you’ll be able to grab a cup of Joe at Noble Care and Espresso. It’s just one new business stimulating our systems and the economy. A dream is becoming a reality for the owners. “It’s been months in the making … Continue reading »
Small Business Outlook
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Small businesses in Springfield seem to be doing well in the current economy, even though there’s not an official database with information. The Springfield Chamber of Commerce said there are a few indicators it pays attention to. The Chamber of Commerce said in the past two to three years, 250-300 small businesses … Continue reading »
