Southern Oregon Trade Careers Expo

05/28/2026

Thanks Mike Rowe!

05/23/2026

"On Memorial Day, it's important to remember we are honoring our fallen. For many, this day is not a happy occasion but a solemn one. Here is some guidance on the appropriate messages to convey:

Rather than “Happy Memorial Day,” say something like “Have a meaningful Memorial Day.”

It’s also not appropriate to thank a service member for their service on this day, as it is a day for remembering and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Take a moment to recognize and remember. You can even say, “Today and always, I’m remembering [name].”

Remember to speak from the heart and with sincerity, acknowledging the significance of the day and the sacrifices made by those we honor."

- from the Wounded Warrior website

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05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Great news!
Also learn more on the US DOL website https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/eta/eta20260413

The Trump administration unveiled the nation’s first Workforce Pell Grant program, allowing eligible students to fund short-term credential and certification programs in as little as eight weeks.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated the initiative targets critical shortages in high-demand fields like manufacturing, healthcare, and the skilled trades.

"We have to fill our workforce shortage," McMahon said. "This is a new program – from eight to 15 weeks – where you can go in, get certifications and get into the workforce and get a job."

Eligible programs include training for electricians, HVAC technicians, carpenters and other skilled trades.

05/07/2026

Oregon’s next chapter starts with all of us.

STEM/STEAM education is more than science and technology - it builds the problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability skills that today’s trades, industries, and workforce depend on.

Whether you work in the trades, own a business, work in education, are a parent, student, or community member — your perspective matters. Help shape the future of STEM/STEAM in Oregon public schools by sharing your input through the survey and supporting the next generation of skilled professionals and innovators.

Over the past decade, Oregon's STEM Education Plan has made meaningful progress, though statewide transformation remains a work in progress. Since the plan was first written, it has been revisited and renewed every five years to reflect new priorities, lessons learned, and evolving needs. It is time...

05/04/2026

Thanks to Pacific Crest Bus Lines our heroes ride free between Eugene and Medford this month.
Pacific Crest Bus Lines is a disabled veteran-owned company with a foundation built on the values of service and commitment with a mission to "Connect communities, foster experiences, and drive adventures."
Share this gift with a veteran in your life, with thanks for their service 🙌.

Also, check out their website to learn about all of their routes and services to with a drive-free summer 😁!

05/04/2026

Thanks to Pacific Crest Bus Lines for honoring our heroes with a free ride from Medford to Eugene this May!
Please share with a veteran in your life, with thanks for their service 🙌.

04/23/2026

The skies are beautiful today - why not get started on your pilot training with Pacific Aviation Northwest and take off on a new career!

04/21/2026

So many different opportunities with and TP Trucking. From trees, to manufacturing, to logistics… and keeping those trucks on the road. Tell them sent you 😃 to !

04/14/2026

Experience what your future would look like during this awesome opportunity with Medford Police!
Make summer count 👍🤩