We’ve heard a lot about jobs bills this year. (Interestingly, the “JOBS” pins some lobbyists wear in the Oregon Capitol are made in Canada.) Many cause controversy – more critics are questioning tax breaks, and weakening environmental protections raises concerns. One humble proposal with broad bipartisan support could positively impact how we encourage job creation. It’s called Grow Oregon.
While it may seem that your business is at capacity dealing with .com, .net, .org, and all the other web suffixes that are already out there, this year a new web suffix will be introduced — .xxx, which will be targeted at the adult entertainment industry. In addition to other general concerns about content on the Internet, .xxx brings with it more concerns for brand owners protecting their intellectual property online.
Gov. John Kitzhaber signed into law legislation designed to retrofit public schools with energy-efficient technology.
Walmart is currently negotiating on 17 properties in the Portland metro area for its new “Neighborhood Market” locations.
Greenwillow Grains in downtown Brownsville makes flour the old-fashioned way- stone-ground small batches of locally grown wheat.
Fireworks went on sale June 23 in Oregon, sparking a short selling season that benefits nonprofits and other groups.
Rates for on-street parking around Portland State University may raise 25% under a new proposal.
How often have you reached into your wallet for a punchcard to use at a local business only to realize you left it at home, or you don’t have the right one? Portland-based Supportland aims to fix this problem by providing one swipeable card for numerous businesses.
The Oregon House voted to eliminate the Business Energy Tax Credit program and replace it with smaller projects.
The healthcare transformation bill that aims to streamline the Oregon Health Plan is moving forward.