Disney theme parks could replace lines and cash with a new bracelet
WESH: Walk Disney World hopes the new MyMagic+ bracelet will change the way guests experience the park by holding credit card information and attraction preferences.
Giant squid caught on film for first time
Stuff.co: In a major research breakthrough, a Japanese film crew has captured the first video of the elusive creature deep in the Pacific Ocean.
Supreme Court rejects stem cell policy challenge
LA Times: The Supreme Court decided to not consider a challenge to President Obama’s policy that increases government funding of embryonic stem cell research.
Retired Portland administrator earned $22,500 a month
Retired Portland administrator Yvonne Deckard earned more than $22,500 a month in the fall through no-bid contracts with the city and Portland Public Schools.
Oregonians who buy own health insurance face changes
More than 200,000 Oregonians who buy their own health insurance face major cost changes in 2014.
Denver company plans Eugene assisted-care housing
Denver-based Spectrum Retirement Communities plans a 119-unit assisted care facility in Eugene.
Bend entrepreneur launches dog beer company
Bend native Daniel Keeton creates “beer” for dogs, called Dawg Grog.
UO barely ranks on public education value list
The University of Oregon ranked 98th of 100 for in-state and 99th for out-of-state students on a list of best values in public education for 2013.
Firebrand Sports joins boutique fitness market
The latest addition to Portland’s booming boutique gym market is Firebrand Sports.
Gubser group using social networking site
The Gubser Neighborhood Association in Keizer is turning to a private social networking site to encourage participation.