Push for B Corp legislation increases
The push to create Benefit Corporation legislation in Oregon is ramping up for the Legislature’s short session.
Warm Springs getting broadband
Soon, homes on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation will have access to high-speed internet service.
OSU researches bamboo
Oregon State University students are working with Portland-based Bamboo Revolution to research the sustainable material.
Mill employee’s claims total $3.2M
Unpaid claims from Blue Heron Paper Co. employees total up to $3.2 million.
Severe weather costs Lincoln County $6M
Recent severe weather caused almost $6 million in damages in Lincoln County, including housing, business and road repairs.
Consumer confidence slips
Consumer confidence fell in January after two months of gains.
Incomes rise, but consumer spending stays flat
Americans’ income rose .5% in December, the highest gain in nine months.
Medicare issue weighs heavily on Oregon race
Medicare is becoming a hot topic in the race to replace former Representative David Wu.
PERS still feeling recession pains
Oregon PERS 2011 earnings report showed that the state is still feeling the effects of the recession.
Portland City Council seeks reservoir delay
Portland’s City Council is considering asking the EPA to extend the deadline for replacing the city’s open reservoirs.