This issue spotlights major milestones across Lane County’s inclusive economic development network. Healthcare leaders launched a new sector strategy to strengthen systems countywide. Local startups made waves at Oregon’s top pitch competitions, with several Eugene companies advancing to the Bend Venture Conference. Transportation champion Billy Dover highlights workforce growth in the trucking industry, and new community spaces like the Clear Lake Community Center are opening doors for families. From entrepreneurship to infrastructure, Lane County’s collaborative momentum continues to build.