Wyden calls for reform to financial aid application
HIGHER ED ROUNDUP: Sen. Ron Wyden wants to “empower consumers and increase college access”; PCC adds all-gender bathrooms.
Energy Trust of Oregon adds Lindsey Hardy to board
Bend energy leader brings passion for efficiency and renewable energy to the nonprofit.
The 5 highest revenue-generating parks in Oregon
BY JACOB PALMER | DIGITAL NEWS EDITOR
In 2014, total revenue for camping and day use in Oregon State Parks was a little more than $17 million. That figure may even higher this year “because we’ve had exceptionally nice weather,” Hughes says.
U.S. growth more reliant on the West
BLOOMBERG: Growth in the American economy was driven by Western states last year.
Oregonians will be unaffected by SCOTUS Obamacare decision
THE BEND BULLETIN: The U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on the Affordable Care Act will not affect low-income Oregonians.
Nike secures NBA apparel contract
A deal expected since April became official Wednesday.
Senate Democrats pass paid sick leave bill
A measure that would mandate five paid sick days a year heads to the House after passing the Senate on a partisan vote.
Portland commissioner declines $10K raise
Steve Novick, who is running for re-election, turns down cost of living adjustment.
How much does a visit from Obama cost in OT for cops?
An appearance by the president cost Portland more than $100,000 in overtime pay.
Hydro dams not heavily impacted by drought
Regional power planning group says water levels will be low, but the system is “pretty resilient.”