How to write a thank you note
Few things differentiate you more than the way you make other people feel when they interact with you. Many top CEOs and politicians make a point of writing personal notes to people who have done them favors.
Oregon gas prices spike
Oregon gas prices rose 16 cents from last week, while the national average price dropped 5 cents.
Walmart to open Gresham Neighborhood Market
Walmart plans to open another “Neighborhood Market” in January in Gresham.
Zidell Cos. buys South Waterfront building
Zidell Cos. bought a 43,000-square-foot South Waterfront office building in Portland, bringing its holdings in the district to 33 acres.
Portland car rental company announces layoffs
Avis Budget Group plans to lay off 55 employees in Portland.
Portland an EV leader
Portland is featured among 16 cities worldwide in a report about early supporters of electric vehicles.
Portland builders support natural methods
Several Portland builders are working with the city to bring natural construction into the mainstream.
Facebook increases IPO price
Facebook increased the price range it expects to sell its stock for to between $34 and $38 per share.
Business inventory growth slows
Business inventories rose 0.3% in March, the smallest increase since November.
Anti-foreclosure program struggles
A state program to help homeowners avoid foreclosure has struggled through mistakes and a slow start.