Deal struck for Pacific Continental Bank to buy Capital Pacific Bank
Portland bank acquired for $42 million.
Local forest product group wants people to consider origin of the wood they consume
OSU Extension agent wonders if people will pay more for locally-sourced wood products.
Mergers lucrative for departing CEOs, but not necessarily shareholders
AP: Critics say “golden parachute” deals are motivation to make so-so deals.
Senators ask, but get no real answers regarding safety from air bag executives
AP: Quality chief for Takata Corp. apologizes for air bags that can fire metal shrapnel into the car.
The short list: 5 companies making a mint off kale
Farmers, grocery stores and food processors cash in on kale.
Nike expansion project will impact traffic
Road improvements will be a part of a project that includes a pair of new buildings and parking garages.
Uber fined by city of Eugene over licensing violation
City says ride-sharing company is not following rules established for taxis.
Trio of Oregon companies given perfect score on equality index
Index measuring equality for same-sex employees deemed Nike, Portland General Electric and Stoel Rives to be perfect.
TriMet GM’s pay raise includes lucrative vacation allowance
McFarlane’s “vacation bank” allows for boost to his retirement package.
Former Kitzhaber assistant to head Department of Energy
Michael Kaplan gets job after serving as acting director since August 2013.