Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Corvallis.
🏥 Health
State financial regulators in Oregon announced that rates for individual and small group health insurance plans will rise over 15 percent in 2027, with finalized rates coming in early September and potentially increasing monthly premiums for those on the state marketplace.
Blood drives are underway as the American Red Cross responds to a national blood shortage.
In Corvallis, donors can give blood today at Coastal Farm and Ranch (400 NE Circle Blvd) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with additional drives on Aug. 7, 11, and 12.
State regulators set a 16% average increase for individual health insurance + a 15.5% boost for small group plans on the marketplace after insurers requested nearly a 17% hike.
Final rates will be issued in early September to help save consumers about $30 million in premiums next year.
📰 Real Estate
A Redfin report shows that Corvallis housing prices increased 2.5% to $575,198 with 334 active listings and 59 homes sold in the first six months.
Affordability remains an issue as buyers find more inventory than earlier in the year + supply slowly improves.
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