West Linn on national list of best places to live
West Linn was ranked one of the best small towns to live nationally by Money magazine.
Oregon Business Team
Oregon farmers rank high in internet use
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 80% of farms in Oregon own or lease computers, higher than the national average of 65%.
Lumber companies export to ramp up sales
An increase in lumber exports has given a boost to Oregon mills.
Portland to support Milwaukie’s minor league baseball bid
The city of Portland has pledged to support Milwaukie’s bid to lure a minor league baseball team.
Business group becomes Venture Portland
Portland’s Alliance of Portland Business Associations changed its name to Venture Portland.
Klamath businesses push for flight to Portland
Business people near the Klamath Falls airport want another flight to Portland to make their commute easier.
Eugene homeless program affects local businesses
FOOD for Lane County’s program manager insists the eatery’s guests conduct themselves well, but some downtown Eugene business owners have complaints.
Skanska could become Sustainability Center tenant
Skanska USA Building Inc. is in talks to become an anchor tenant for the proposed Oregon Sustainability Center.
Federal parking investigation continues
Portland parking manager Ellis McCoy is suspected of taking bribes from Cale parking meter company President George Levey in return for Portland city business.
Xzeres sells turbines to Vietnam customer
Xzeres Corp. plans to sell nearly 100 turbines to a Vietnam customer, to provide wind power on small remote islands.