Energy Trust of Oregon adds Lindsey Hardy to board
Bend energy leader brings passion for efficiency and renewable energy to the nonprofit.
Oregon Business Team
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.”
Stemming the tide of money in politics
BY LINDA BAKER
Jeff Lang and his wife Rae used to dole out campaign checks like candy. “We were like alcoholics,” Lang says. ”We couldn’t just give a little.”