Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Douglas County Real Estate Broker Aaron Cherry Launches Website, Data-Driven Services

A professional portrait of Aaron Cherry wearing a textured grey blazer with a gold bee lapel pin.

Seven-year real estate veteran Aaron Cherry provides data-driven guidance for Umpqua Valley buyers and sellers.

A bright green Oregon Life Homes real estate sign with an "Aaron Cherry" rider standing in front of a luxury two-story home at twilight.

A "Sell with Aaron Cherry" sign marks a premium Douglas County residence, showcasing his commitment to elite property presentation.

A smiling Aaron Cherry sitting behind a professional studio microphone in front of the KQEN News Radio 1240 logo.

Aaron Cherry sharing real-time Douglas County market insights during a live segment at KQEN News Radio.

A scenic view of the white Rochester Covered Bridge in Oakland, Oregon, surrounded by vibrant yellow and orange autumn foliage.

The historic Rochester Covered Bridge represents the timeless charm and heritage of the Umpqua Valley.

Aaron Cherry in a tool belt lifting a sheet of plywood while working on a roof alongside professional power tools.

Aaron Cherry manages the Strategic Improvement Program (SIP), coordinating essential repairs to maximize home value before a sale.

Top 1.5% broker Aaron Cherry marks a 7-year milestone with a new platform featuring data-driven valuations and strategic, no-upfront repair services.

I believe each client deserves to be heard and understood.”
— Aaron Cherry, sellwithcherry.com

ROSEBERG, OR, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the Douglas County housing market becomes more competitive and selective, Roseburg real estate broker Aaron Cherry has launched sellwithcherry.com, a platform designed to

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Candela GentleMax Pro® Now at Unique Laser & Aesthetics: Revolutionizing Aesthetic Treatments with Cutting-Edge Tech

Candela GentleMax Pro® at Unique Threading and Beauty

Unique Threading and Beauty is thrilled to announce the addition of the GentleMax Pro® to their suite of advanced aesthetic treatments.

This advanced technology allows us to provide a wider range of treatments with greater precision and comfort.”
— Puspa Pandey-Smithart

HILLSBORO, OR, UNITED STATES, April 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Unique Threading and Beauty is thrilled to announce the addition of the GentleMax Pro® to their suite of advanced aesthetic treatments, now

New Book, 'Why You Can’t Dispense Food Like Medicine,' Has Some Tough Pills to Swallow About Customer Service

No one had taught this industry how important food becomes to people living in an isolated setting.”
— Cindy Heilman
GRESHAM, OR, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A few acts of hospitality around mealtimes can be the difference between senior living communities feeling like a home or a prison.

That’s the advice in Cindy Heilman’s new book "Why You

Monday, April 27, 2026

Bonaventure Announces Construction of New Senior Living Community in Corvallis, Oregon

Bonaventure at Corvallis represents a new standard for retirement living

Bonaventure at Corvallis rendering

Bonaventure Senior Living is a Pacific Northwest-founded, family-owned provider of retirement, assisted living, and memory care communities in Oregon and Washington.

Bonaventure Senior Living

Luxury Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living Community Expands Footprint in Oregon

CORVALLIS , OR, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bonaventure Senior Living, a premier senior living provider, has commenced construction of a new premier senior living community in Corvallis, Oregon. The state-of-the-art facility,

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

The Dyrt Finds That Campers are Turning Toward AI and Newer Technologies

 

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dyrt, the app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S., has found that a third (33.6%) of campers trust artificial intelligence to recommend a campground. This aligns with a recent GuideGeek survey that found consumers trust AI for travel-related queries the most when compared with other common tasks such as work, health and general advice.

Despite the survey respondents' stated level of trust, only one in 10 campers (10.3%) has

Avant and AATJ Collaborate to Support Japanese Educators

Avant, The Language Proficiency Company

AATJ Logo

Benefits include discounted STAMP assessments, teacher training, and professional development for AATJ members nationwide

AATJ is delighted to partner with Avant and help ensure that our members can access the high-quality products Avant offers”
— Katie Ross, Executive Director of AATJ

EUGENE, OR, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Avant, The Language Proficiency Company, is proud to announce a new collaboration with the

Old Trapper Continues Conference Presence with 2026 Big 12 Baseball and Softball Tournaments

These events bring together passionate fans and top-tier competition, and we’re proud to enhance that experience with our fan-favorite activations and premium beef jerky”
— Robert Leary, Chief Marketing Officer

FOREST GROVE, OR, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Old Trapper today announced its continued partnership with the Big 12 Conference, serving as the Official Beef Jerky sponsor of the 2026 Big 12 Baseball and Softball Tournaments. As part of its ongoing partnership with the conference, Old Trapper will bring its “Lucky Row” fan activations, in-venue branding, and premium beef jerky to the 2026 tournaments.

At the 2026 Big 12 Softball Tournament, Old

OnGo Alliance Appoints New Board Chairman, Welcomes Enterprise Members, Reports Strong CBRS Momentum

OnGo Alliance names Norman Fekrat as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors, adds enterprise members & reports CBRS growth surpassing 437,000 active CBSDs.

BEAVERTON, OR, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The OnGo Alliance, the driving force behind industry spectrum allocations and the adoption of Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) networks, announced the appointment of Norman Fekrat as the new Chairman of its

Canopy Connect Expands Insurance Intake Platform to Meet Agency Clients Where They Are

A graphical depiction of the Sharing Paths feature. "How would you like to share your insurance information?"

Your Clients Can Choose How to Share Their Insurance Information

Canopy Connect logo

Canopy Connect logo

New feature gives insurance prospects multiple ways to share their information, from carrier connection to agent-assisted intake

Not every client wants to share their insurance information the same way. We built this because our customers told us they needed it—and now their clients have a clear, simple choice.”
— Tolga Tezel, Founder & CEO of Canopy Connect

BEAVERTON, OR, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Canopy Connect, the leader in insurance intake and verification technology, today announced the launch of its new sharing path feature for

Monday, April 20, 2026

Stronger This Spring Event Empowers Community to Prioritize Health and Wellness

Stronger This Spring Event Empowers Community to Prioritize Health and Wellness

Local Medical Practice Brings Expert Wellness Education and Personalized Care to the Community This April

Stronger This Spring is about more than just health programs. It is about empowering people with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to take control of their well-being,”
— Palak Patel, MD

BROOKINGS, OR, UNITED STATES, April 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This spring, individuals seeking a fresh start for their health and well-being are invited to attend the Stronger This Spring Event, an immersive evening focused on personalized wellness solutions and expert-guided care. The event will take place on April 29, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

Designed to inspire and educate, the event will

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

BC Group Highlights Role in Transformative HollywoodHUB Affordable Housing Development

This is the BC Group logo.

Development Management is the management of the entire process of bringing a vision to life in the built environment.

This is a rendering of the HollywoodHUB building that is under construction.

HollywoodHUB is an affordable housing project at the Hollywood Transit Center that leverages over $111 million of public and private financing and delivers 222 units of housing with a focus on serving families.

This is the BC Group website homepage.

BC Group is a commercial real estate project management company.

BC Group is proud to announce its involvement in HollywoodHUB, a landmark affordable housing development rising at Portland’s Hollywood Transit Center.

Projects like HollywoodHUB represent the future of affordable housing. They don't just add units, they create stable, connected communities with access to transit, services, and opportunity.”
— Bob Beauchemin, President

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BC Group, a leading real estate development and construction management firm, is proud to announce its involvement in HollywoodHUB,

The Dyrt Announces Best Places to Camp With Kids Presented by Kelty

Best Places to Camp With Kids

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dyrt, the app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S., has announced the 2026 Best Places to Camp With Kids Presented by Kelty, an

Friday, April 10, 2026

Prialto Announces U.S. accredited MBA Program for Global Staff

MBA program offered through corporate learning partnership helps employees deepen critical thinking, business, and leadership skills

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Prialto, a leading provider of managed virtual assistant and subscription staffing services for executives and teams, is proud to announce it has launched its new employee MBA program. All qualifying Prialto global employees — Productivity Assistants, Senior

Downing & Co Expands Portland Estate Planning Services for Business Owners

Portland Estate Planning

Firm's Portland Estate Planning Strategies Address Rising Demand for Wealth Transfer and Tax Planning

The report attributes market growth to increasing wealth transfers, evolving tax regulations, and a growing need for structured financial planning. ”
— Market.us report 2025

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Downing & Co., a small business accounting firm based in Portland, provides estate planning services to help business owners manage and transfer

Relay Resources Marks 75 Years of Disability Employment with Landmark Gala Celebrating Impact, Inclusion, and Innovation

Relay Resources 75th Anniversary Logo

Relay Resources 75th Anniversary Logo

Pacific Northwest's Largest Employer of Disabled People Hosts April 15 Fundraising Gala Featuring National Speakers and Performances by Disabled Artists

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Relay Resources, the Pacific Northwest's leading employer of people with disabilities, will celebrate its 75th anniversary with an evening gala on Tuesday, April 15, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center. The Relay Resources 75th Anniversary Gala will bring together civic leaders, business partners, community advocates, and supporters for a night of storytelling, live performance, and fundraising in honor of 75 years of transformative work in disability employment.

Since its founding in 1951 by parents who refused to institutionalize their children with

Elizabeth Edwards to Deliver Keynote on 'Public Relations 3.0, AI & the New Trust Economy' at 2026 PRSA Conference

Volume PR, The Public Relationship Agency

Volume PR, The Public Relationship Agency

Elizabeth Edwards, Founder & President Volume PR, Engagement Science Lab & The Affect Institute

Elizabeth Edwards, Founder & President Volume PR, Engagement Science Lab & The Affect Institute

Edwards, Nationally Recognized Keynote Speaker on AI and Strategic Communication, Introduces PR 3.0 Framework Defining the Intelligence Era of Public Relations

After seeing Elizabeth present, I knew her perspective was exactly what our conference needed in this moment. She brings a compelling and visionary perspective that is uniquely her own.”
— Kelliann Amico, APR, Fellow PRSA, president of PRSA Oregon

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Elizabeth Edwards, Founder and CEO of Volume PR, Engagement Science Lab, and The Affect Institute, and a lead AI speaker for the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), will deliver the keynote address at the 2026

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Redefyne Moving & Storage Stands Ready to Serve Portland's Growing Wave of New Arrivals

As Oregon Tops the Nation for Inbound Moves, Portland's Trusted Local Mover Is the Partner Every Family, Professional, and Business Needs

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- PORTLAND, OR — As Oregon claims its place at the top of the nation's inbound migration rankings, Redefyne Moving & Storage is proud to serve as Portland's go-to moving and storage partner for every resident, family, and business navigating the City of Roses. Located at 555

RoofersCoffeeShop® partners with International Federation of the Roofing Trade to strengthen global roofing connections

RoofersCoffeeShop® Partners with International Federation of the Roofing Trade

RoofersCoffeeShop® Partners with International Federation of the Roofing Trade

Driving global collaboration through education, events and industry engagement.

We are proud to partner with IFD to share their mission and promote their events that bring the roofing industry together globally.”
— Heidi J. Ellsworth

SISTERS, OR, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS), the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, is proud to announce a new

BIPOC Campers Driving Growth in the Camping Community, Says Data from The Dyrt

The Dyrt campers Luis P. and Ashlee at Mather Campground, Grand Canyon National Park

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dyrt, the app to get the best campsites, built by the largest RVing and camping community in the U.S., has found that BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Entrepreneur Alex Rossman Highlights How Fatherhood Is Shaping Modern Leadership

Alex Rossman with his new son Rome

Alex Rossman, Entrepreneur and New Dad, Shows the Synergies Between Fatherhood and Entrepreneurship

Alex Rossman talks about the synergies between fatherhood and entrepreneurship

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A 2024 study published by the Pew Research Center found that nearly 60% of working fathers in the United States report difficulty balancing professional responsibilities with family life.

Fundraising Veteran Who Closed a $100 Million Gift Releases Word-for-Word Guide for Nonprofit Professionals

“What to Say: 12 Major Gift Asks to Get a YES” gives fundraisers the exact language they’ve been missing and the confidence to use it

Most fundraisers know who to ask. They just don't know what to say when it's time to open their mouth. That moment of hesitation is costing nonprofits millions of dollars in gifts that never happen.”
— Mary Petersen, Author, What to Say: 12 Major Gift Asks to Get a YES

BEND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Major gift strategist Mary Petersen has released her debut book, What to Say: 12 Major Gift Asks to Get a YES, a practical guide that gives nonprofit fundraisers the word-for-word scripts to successfully close major gifts at every level — from a first ask to a transformational gift.

The book addresses what Petersen calls the sector’s most costly silence: the moment before

FreeConnect Launches Free Tool to Help Americans Find Affordable Internet After ACP

FreeConnect

FreeConnect

Authorized dealer compares plans from 25+ providers at your exact address — at no cost — as families navigate post-ACP internet options nationwide.

Most people have no idea that internet plans starting at $9.95 a month exist at their address. They just don't know where to look. That's exactly what we built this for.”
— Bud Torcom CEO

BEND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- FreeConnect Launches Nationwide Address-Matching Tool to Help Millions of Americans Find Affordable Internet After End of ACP

Authorized dealer compares plans from 25+ providers at a user's exact address — at no cost

Lensbaby Launches Twist 28, a Wide-Angle Petzval-Inspired Lens Developed in Response to Years of Photographer Demand

Lensbaby Twist 28 Camera Lens

Lensbaby Twist 28 Camera Lens

Lensbaby unveils Twist 28, a 28mm wide-angle lens with swirling bokeh. Launches April 2, 2026. Join waitlist at Lensbaby.com.

When your community speaks that clearly for that long, you get to work. The Twist 28 is the result of thousands of hours from our R&D team, beta testers, and creative community.”
— Michael Anthony

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Portland, Oregon-based optics company expands its Twist series to 28mm for the first time in its 20-year history

Lensbaby, a creative effects lens manufacturer

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

From Stadium Stages to Lullabies: Tech CEO Alex Rossman Returns to Music After Years of Silence For His Newborn Son

Alex Rossman Performing His Songs

Alex Rossman Performing His Songs for His Newborn Son

A father's love reignites a flame the world thought had gone out

PORTLAND , OR, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- There was a time when Alex Rossman stood under hot stage lights, shoulder to shoulder with some of the most iconic names in music. He shared stages

Entrepreneur Alex Rossman Rescues Kune Kune Pig From Euthanasia, Advocates for Animal Compassion

Alex Rossman with Rescued Kune Kune Pig

Alex Rossman with Rescued Kune Kune Pig

Alex Rossman with Rescued Kune Kune Pig in Los Angeles, California

Alex Rossman with Rescued Kune Kune Pig in Los Angeles, California

A story of grit, rescue, resilience, and the radical belief that kindness is the most powerful force in business and in life

PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Alex Rossman, an entrepreneur who launched his first business in 2017 with an initial investment of $50, rescued a Kune Kune pig that was facing euthanasia after being found critically ill on a downtown Los Angeles street.

Rossman encountered two college students