Columbia restoration off to good start
Restoration work on the Columbia River is showing good early numbers for threatened fish habitats, but it could take a long time to see any real results.
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Walmart and Target flood Portland grocery market
Walmart Stores Inc. and Target have announced Portland-area stores with a focus on groceries, which analysts predict will have major consequences on existing grocery stores.
Largest local bond proposed in Oregon
The largest local government bond ever proposed in Oregon faces Portland Pubic School district voters on May 17.
Oregon wine shipper expands
Oregon Wine Services, the state’s largest wine storage and shipping company, has expanded into Tualatin.
Eugene hotel attracts early attention
Eugene’s Inn at the 5th isn’t set to open until September, but customers are already attempting to make reservations at the downtown hotel.
Jeld-Wen sells 39% to Canadian company
Canadian-based Onex Corp. has agreed to purchase 39% of Jeld-Wen, Oregon’s largest private company, for $675 million.
Sustainability Center gets new design
Designs for the controversial Oregon Sustainability Center have been released by the design team and are seeking public comment.
Wind power to double
Northwest wind farm output will more than double by 2025, according to estimates by the Northwest Power and Conservation Council.
Market proposal picked for Morrison bridgehead
A proposal to convert four Multnomah County-owned parcels at the end of Portland’s Morrison Bridge into an indoor public market is moving forward.
Hollywood Video works with customers
Bankrupt Hollywood Video is working with customers to repair credit from what many customers are calling bogus late fees.