New generation of filbert growers invigorate Lane County
Many of the younger generation of filbert growers in Lane County are returning to farming life, in contrast to the rising average age of farmers elsewhere.
Year: 2013
Obama to press House GOP on debt limit
The New York Times: President Obama will hold his final news conference of his first term at 11:30 Monday morning in the East Room of the White House with the intention of reiterating his tough line with Congressional Republicans about the need to increase the debt limit soon, administration officials said.
Newtown group launching anti-violence initiative
Washington Post: A group in Newtown, Conn., plans to announce an initiative Monday aimed at preventing violent tragedies like last month’s school shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Samsung takes spotlight at Consumer Electronics Show
The Los Angeles Times: The South Korean tech giant, joined by three Chinese partners, dominated this year’s show that had a record number of exhibitors despite being called a failure before it even opened.
First official portrait of Duchess unveiled
BBC: The first official painting of the Duchess of Cambridge has been unveiled to mixed reviews from critics.
Facebook tests $100 charge to message Zuckerberg
Mashable: Facebook is testing an option that allows users to send a message to CEO Mark Zuckerberg for $100.
Flu may have peaked
ABC News: The flu season seems to be waning in some parts of the country as flu shots work.
One in five Portland homeowners mortgage-free
More than one in five Portland-area houses are owned without an outstanding mortgage.
Portland releases non-disclosure agreements with Nike
Portland redevelopment officials released documents confirming that Nike is interested in a Portland location.
Janrain to get new investment
Portland’s Janrain is close to a $33 million venture capital round, according to a regulatory filing.