Hazelnut farmers expect a profitable year
Oregon hazelnut growers are set for a second profitable year, with the crop estimated at between 35,000 and 40,000 tons.
On The Scene: Web 4.0 engaged content
Digital brand builder Paul Barron stood in front of social media aficionados and restaurant and hospitality industry folks in Lola’s Room, above the Crystal Ballroom.
Homeownership program to get additional $49.2 million
Oregon’s Homeownership Stabilization Initiative is set to get an additional $49.2 million in federal funds, on top of the $88 million already received.
Coffee shop gives troubled kids new lease on life
La Grande’s Higher Grounds coffee shop never was intended to be just about coffee, but has had more of an effect on troubled kids’ lives than ever imagined.
Is Sustainability Center economically sustainable?
The innovative Oregon Sustainability Center could cement Portland’s place as greenest city in America, but is it economically sustainable?
Oregon rethinks urban renewal areas
House Bill 3056 gives taxing districts a chance to voice support or opposition for urban renewal areas and the money going to them.
PDX bike plan moves forward
Portland city planners are close to agreeing on projects in conjunction with the new Bicycle Plan for 2030.
Nike’s CEO a creative at heart
Nike’s CEO Mark Parker turned his teenage passion for shoe modifications into a creative shoe design job, and eventually rose to the top of his profession.
Metro Chief David Bragdon leaving for New York
Metro Council President David Bragdon is stepping down from his post to take on a high-level position in New York City.
80s Rock boosts county fair attendance
Douglas County Fair attendance was up 15,811 from 2009, thanks in part to aging rockers such as Billy Idol and the Scorpions.