Walmart picks up Portland metro properties
Walmart is currently negotiating on 17 properties in the Portland metro area for its new “Neighborhood Market” locations.
Oregon Business Team
New Brownsville makes flour the old-fashioned way
Greenwillow Grains in downtown Brownsville makes flour the old-fashioned way- stone-ground small batches of locally grown wheat.
Fireworks sales begin
Fireworks went on sale June 23 in Oregon, sparking a short selling season that benefits nonprofits and other groups.
Portland, PSU consider higher parking rates
Rates for on-street parking around Portland State University may raise 25% under a new proposal.
Supportland racks up points for local businesses
How often have you reached into your wallet for a punchcard to use at a local business only to realize you left it at home, or you don’t have the right one? Portland-based Supportland aims to fix this problem by providing one swipeable card for numerous businesses.
Tax credit overhaul advances
The Oregon House voted to eliminate the Business Energy Tax Credit program and replace it with smaller projects.
Oregon Health Plan overhaul moves forward
The healthcare transformation bill that aims to streamline the Oregon Health Plan is moving forward.
Port of Astoria backs alternative energy farm
Port of Astoria Commissioners signed a letter of support for a proposed alternative energy farm at the Bradwood Landing property.
Pioneer Place food court goes gourmet
Pioneer Place is looking to ditch the usual humdrum food court offerings for more gourmet and locally-made fare.
Bottlecap maker joins Oregon’s brew community
Corvallis-based Brewtoppers is one of three makers of custom beer bottlecaps for homebrewers in the nation.