Protests follow Google ‘shared endorsements’ plan
BBC: Google is facing a backlash over plans to put people’s faces and comments about products and places into advertisements.
Oregon cheerleaders to wear creepy contacts
Twitter: Oregon Ducks cheerleaders released a photo of the creepy contacts they will wear this weekend at Washington.
Bend draws national attention, but not big retailers
Bend has drawn many new national or regional retailers in the past six months, but some of the biggest names aren’t ready to open stores in the area yet.
Halloween industry optimistic
Retailers are optimistic that the Halloween season will bring big business for costumes, candy and decorations this year.
Pendleton courts drone industry
Pendleton hosted the Northwest’s conference for unmanned aerial vehicles, its latest attempt to become a leader in the drone industry.
Public unaware of predator problem
The public doesn’t realize how serious the problem of wolves and other predators is for Pacific Northwest livestock producers, a beef expert says.
West Hayden Island options considered
Portland planning and sustainability commissioners released detailed recommendations on how to allow marine trade terminals on west Hayden Island.
Intel to address Hillsboro pollution concerns
Intel plans to address neighborhood concerns about atmospheric pollution at its Hillsboro factories.
GoGreen Portland features ambitious agenda
At 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, GoGreen Portland will launch into an ambitious event agenda featuring four tracks of varied learning formats, 50+ experts on sustainability and equity, meaningful networking and collaboration opportunities, plus a special presentation on the intersections of sustainability and national security from New America Foundation Senior Fellow, Mark Mykleby. The event takes place at the Oregon Convention Center.
Bend home prices at highest level in three years
Bend’s median home price rose to $298,000 in September, up from $265,000 in August.