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Flattery with Numbers

The false promise of economic impact statements.

August 4, 2025August 11, 2015 Written by Joe Cortwright

Farm in a Box

Most of the food Americans consume is trucked in from hundreds of miles away. Eric Wilson, co-founder and CEO of Gro-volution, wants to change that. So this past spring, the Air Force veteran and former greenhouse manager started work on an alternative farming system he claims is more efficient than conventional agriculture, and also shortens the distance between the consumer and the farm.

April 7, 2023August 11, 2015 Written by

Fueling Up for the Climb

Rita Hansen aims to scale natural gas vehicle innovation.

April 7, 2023August 11, 2015 Written by Gregg Morris

Photo Log: Waterfront Blues Festival

BY JASON E. KAPLAN | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Though the numbers were down a bit from last year, the Oregon Food Bank raised $850,636 to fight hunger. _______ people attended despite temperatures in the upper 90’s.

August 4, 2025July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Microsoft to eliminate 7,800 jobs

ASSOCIATED PRESS: Microsoft’s immense struggles to get into the phone hardware business will result in a 7,800 job cuts.

April 6, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Gun store owner abandons recall effort

REGISTER-GUARD: The effort to recall Rep. Val Hoyle has been dropped.

April 6, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Department of Commerce boosts NW timber industry

Federal agency announces that it will support CLT efforts of Oregon, Washington companies.

April 7, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Suburu relocating distribution facility to Gresham

Car company expects to fill 30 to 50 positions at facility in Portland suburb.

April 6, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Oregon’s sixth-largest private company sells

Knowledge Universe has been acquired by Swiss company, Partners Group.

April 6, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

Portland mayor gears up for re-election battle with developers’ money

Charlie Hales’ latest contributions report shows donations from area builders.

April 6, 2023July 9, 2015 Written by Oregon Business Team

News

As Supply Chain Pressures Grow, Oregon Company Earns National Award for Sustainable Sourcing Leadership - Mountain Rose Herbs honored with NBJ Stewardship & Sustainability Award for industry‑leading environmental and community impact.
$2 Million Metro Grant to Revitalize Community Plaza at World Forestry Center’s Washington Park Campus - Project will reimagine one of the most heavily used arrival points in Washington Park as a welcoming gateway to nature for visitors, neighbors and transit riders.
Columbia Gorge Community College Manufacturing Program Named Center of the Year by U.S. Department of Energy - National Industrial Training and Assessment Centers network honors CGCC with the Manufacturing Outcomes Award for outstanding real-world support and engagement with small and mid-sized manufacturers
Final Beam Marks Milestone for Redmond Airport Expansion - New terminal will accommodate increasing number of travelers while strengthening Central Oregon's transportation infrastructure.
Central Oregon Shines in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards - Highly regarded annual travel industry rankings include Oregon's Sunriver Resort and Brasada Ranch along with the city of Bend.
Portland Parks & Recreation Launches Design Competition for Gov. Tom McCall Waterfront Park - Rare opportunity to shape Portland’s waterfront and redefine the city’s relationship to place, community and the Willamette River.