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Gov. Kate Brownâs mandates surrounding stopping the spread of COVID-19 have included the total shuttering of certain businesses more than once this year, or the lack to operate at full capacity. Small businesses across the state are being negatively impacted by these moves and are facing major challenges to stay in business. Some have already seen their experience ratings for workers compensation insurance go higher (as much as triple), due to layoffs that were beyond their control.
In Malheur County, some businesses are taking matters into their own hands by making the difficult decision to open for business or potentially close for good.