PacifiCorp sticking with coal
While Portland General Electric plans to make the switch to shut its Boardman coal plant, PacifiCorp is sticking with coal.
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Portland doctor makes house calls by bicycle
In true Portland fashion, Dr. Tony Ohotto makes house calls to his patients by bicycle.
Bedbug problem spurs new businesses
As more and more bedbugs arrive in Lane County, new businesses are springing up to deal with the pests.
Oregon’s “Cool Schools” bill signed into law
Gov. John Kitzhaber signed into law legislation designed to retrofit public schools with energy-efficient technology.
Walmart picks up Portland metro properties
Walmart is currently negotiating on 17 properties in the Portland metro area for its new “Neighborhood Market” locations.
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.
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.