Startup sues “The Office” star
Portland startup Think Brilliant has sued actor Rainn Wilson over his website, SoulPancake.
Pacific Power “rate shock”
Customers face a possible rate increase of more than 14% that would take effect in January.
Organic flea fighters
Frustrated with the chemicals in dog flea-products, three Oregonians have founded Mad About Organics.
State Fair cancels beer competitions
The OLCC has reinterpreted an old statute limiting unlicensed beer and wine makers to home consumption.
Hookah business smoking in Ashland
A family with 20 years in the coffee shop business opened Intatto Coffee & Tobacco Co. in Ashland.
Eco-roofs could cool solar panels
Rooftop solar panels lose efficiency at high temperatures, but PSU researchers think they’ve found a solution in eco-roofs.
Surimi boosts fish industry
The global fake crab trade could bring new profits for local fishermen.
Icahn puzzles analysts
Billionaire Carl Icahn’s interest in Mentor Graphics is still puzzling analysts, as the company’s stock is rising.
On the Scene: Portland’s indie music
The City Club of Portland explored the city’s indie music scene with a forum on Friday featuring four local musicians and Metro President David Bragdon as moderator. What exactly is it about Portland that is encouraging so many musicians to move to the area, and how can the city capitalize on this community asset?
Powerlist: Colleges & Universities
