Economy crushes grape growers
Small vineyard owners are suffering this year because of the economy, with many unable to sell their product to local wineries.
High Five
Candidates woo OBA
Chris Dudley and John Kitzhaber appeared separately before the Oregon Business Association in hopes of gaining the group’s endorsement.
Nike profit flies high
Nike announced a 9 percent profit in the first quarter, and executives are confident the company portfolio has growth potential.
EnviroTech rides the rails
EnviroTech Services opened a facility in Prineville that plans to make extensive use of the City of Prineville Railway.
Local meat processing pushed
The owner of Mt. Joseph Family Foods wants to bring a mobile slaughter unit to Joseph so local ranchers can market their meat locally.
Solar-powered fashion
Project Runway winner Seth Aaron Henderson will present a collection inspired by SolarWorld at Portland Fashion Week.
Fruit stands crush farmers markets on price
Portland consumers are increasingly turning to fruit stands as a cheaper alternative to farmers markets.
Regence stops selling child-only coverage
Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Oregon’s largest health insurer, has stopped selling child-only coverage.
Nike stock hits all-time high
Nike stock hit an all time high of $79, as CEO Mark Parker predicted 42% growth over the next five years.
Lochmead Dairy thrives
Junction City’s Lochmead Dairy group is expanding to grow with the demand for recently-acquired Coconut Bliss ice cream.