Even dive bars pour Oregon craft beer
Nearly 50% of beer poured in Oregon is brewed in Oregon.
Irrigation ends early in Central Oregon
The Ochoco Irrigation District closed the irrigation season early this year due to cool temperatures and wet weather.
PeaceHealth begins construction
PeaceHealth’s central Eugene campus is undergoing demolition as part of a $13.6 million construction project.
Half of public school kids are poor
The Atlantic: A new study reminds us that poverty is the giant backpack dragging down American students.
Google shares rise above $1,000
BBC: Google shares have topped $1,000 for the first time after the company reported better-than-expected earnings.
C-stores fill food desert niche
BY JONATHAN FROCHTZWAJG
Our October cover story documents fresh and local trends in the c-store industry. Convenience stores may also help solve the problem of food deserts.
Air pollution causing cancer, WHO says
Reuters: The air we breath is officially classified as carcinogenic to humans now, says the World Health Organization.
Bend investors launch Cascade Angel Fund
The Cascade Angel Fund is launching in Bend this week to boost startup activity in Central Oregon.
Oregon Senate President wants to put off CRC vote
Oregon Senate President Peter Courtney wants the Legislature to put off a vote on the Columbia River Crossing until February, instead of calling another special session.
House flipping profitable in Portland
More than 400 homes were flipped in the third quarter of last year in Portland, meaning they were bought and resold within six months.