Willamette Valley viticulture area expands
Two vineyards southwest of Eugene — King Estate Winery and Iris Vineyards — are now included in the state’s grape growing area.
City of Portland keeps no-confidence vote under wraps
The city of Portland hid a vote of no confidence issued by Portland’s Equitable Contracting and Purchasing Commission, an entity charged with helping open up more contracts to minorities and women.
Adidas files lawsuit against Athletic Propulsion Labs over knock-off shoes
Adidas filed a civil suit against another sportswear company — California-based Athletic Propulsion Labs — over trademark infringement.
Beatles’ producer George Martin dies
YAHOO: The British producer who signed The Beatles died at age 90.
Dozens of Whole Foods stores switch to solar power
CNBC: SolarCity and Whole Foods made a deal to install solar panel systems in stores across the nation.
Astoria City Council avoids fluoride debate
Officials voted narrowly against a ballot measure that would scrutinize the need for fluoride in the city’s drinking water.
Walmart, Sam’s Club workers to see boost in pay
More than 10,300 workers in Oregon will receive a pay raise March 10. This includes 1,000 workers in the Medford, Grants Pass area, and 1,600 in the Portland area.
Google Fiber partners with Pacific Source, PGE
Local power companies agreed to allow Google Fiber to use utility poles for fiber-optic network.
Bank of the Cascades closes purchase on 15 Bank of America branches
The acquisition makes the Bend-based bank the second-largest in the state.
Portland unemployment falls to 4.4%
The Portland-metro unemployment rate fell to its lowest point since May 2000.