Sustainability Center looks at cheaper design
The price tag of the proposed Oregon Sustainability Center has dropped to $64.6 million after eight months of redesign.
State Treasurer wants to cut fees on college savings funds
Oregon State Treasurer Ted Wheeler wants to reduce investment fees in the state’s college savings plans by more than $500,000 a year.
Facility could bring food-waste collection to Portland
If Recology Inc.’s Nature’s Needs plant in North Plains passes a smell test this summer, it could open a new chapter of food recycling for Portland residents.
Tripwire abandons IPO
Tripwire sold itself to private equity firm Thoma Bravo, abandoning its pursuit of an initial public stock offering.
Harry & David reaches deal to exit bankruptcy
Harry & David Holdings Inc. reached an agreement with its unsecured creditors, moving closer to emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Oregon BEST announces new consortium
Oregon BEST announced a new consortium to bring together businesses and green building researchers.
Portland Storage Company building turns 100
The 100-year-old Portland Storage Company building houses everything from clutter to artist studios and homeless people’s belongings.
Oregon House debates estate tax change
The Oregon House voted to rewrite the state’s inheritance tax to make it easier to pass down ranches and family farms.
Eugene joins fro yo craze
Eugene restaurant owner Jim West is converting a Valley River Center restaurant into a fro yo shop, to capitalize on the booming frozen yogurt business.
Coast attractions hope for better summer
An anticipated increase in attendance this summer could bring a change in tide for the beleaguered Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport and other struggling Oregon attractions that have struggled through the weakened economy.