Kitzhaber calls for 10-year energy plan
At Portland’s Future Energy Conference, Gov. John Kitzhaber called for Oregon to develop a 10-year strategy for energy.
Oregon gets big salmon season
Federal regulators announced the biggest commercial salmon season off Oregon’s Coast in four years.
Portland gets another coupon site
Scoutmob has arrived in Portland, another deal-a-day coupon site piggybacking on the success of companies such as Groupon or Living Social.
Dark Horse lays off employees
Dark Horse Comics in Milwaukie laid off seven employees, due to down publishing sales.
Hi-Tec goes viral on YouTube
Hi-Tec’s video of “Liquid Mountaineering” has gone viral on YouTube, with over 9 million views, making it a cost-effective advertising strategy for the company.
Oregon unemployment lowest in two years
The Oregon unemployment rate decreased slightly in March to 10%, making it the lowest in two years.
Fred Meyer Jewelers gets certified
Fred Meyer Jewelers Inc. became the second retailer in the world to be certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council.
Portland creates seismic retrofitting standards
Portland’s Bureau of Development Services released a detailed brochure that establishes standards for seismic retrofits in the city.
Oregon farmers embrace energy efficiency
Oregon farmers are eager to adopt energy efficient practices, but high startup costs and uncertain markets can hold them back, according to a new report.
UpWind Solutions raises $10M
Medford-based UpWind Solutions Inc. has raised $10 million of what is expected to be a $18.8 million round.