Port of Morrow economy strengthening
A Lamb Weston plant expansion, Tillamook County Creamery plant construction and Calbee Foods plant expansion are all contributing to a strengthening economy at the Port of Morrow in Eastern Oregon.
Year: 2013
Oregon car insurance cheaper than most of U.S.
The average cost of car insurance in Oregon is $1,387, 8% lower than the national average of $1,510.
Portland startup enables Facebook purchases
Portland startup Chirpify expanded its online commerce technology to Facebook. It offers a similar service on Twitter and Instagram.
TriMet tests new ticketing system
TriMet is testing new ticketing machines for its buses that make higher-quality two-hour tickets and day passes.
Senate considers extending timber payments
A Senate committee is considering extending county timber payments for another year.
Lululemon recalls see-through pants
CNN.com: The athletic company announces a large recall of black yoga pants that were unintentionally see-through.
‘Lost’ tectonic plate found in California
Livescience.com: A tectonic plate that disappeared under North America millions of years ago is still visible in central California and Mexico, new research finds.
Multiple PERS bills introduced, but no consensus
Forty bills have been introduced this year to control PERS costs, but none have had a hearing.
Bill would expand definition of drunk driving
House Bill 2115 would broaden legal definition of “intoxicant” to other drugs.
Bike trailer company on the rebound
A new facility in West Eugene, along with broader distribution and fresh executive team, are boosting the fortunes of Burley Design.