Industrial hemp rules to be discussed at public hearing
Farmers are looking to put crops in the ground by the spring.
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Study: Oregon is No. 1 destination for people relocating
Relatively low housing costs combined with being in a desirable region put Oregon atop the United Van Lines’ 38th annual study.
Pabst uses ‘confusingly similar version’ of iconic sign
The Portland City Council is mulling a lawsuit against the beer maker over a disputed use of intellectual property.
Lane Co. construction has best year since recession
In step with a boom in private building, the county also saw dependency on public funding for projects drop.
Navy alters environmental impact statement in favor of more sonobuoys
The Navy allowed that upping the number of antisubmarine warfare devices “is likely to adversely affect” an endangered breed of turtles.
Sen. Wyden discusses trade policies in town hall meeting
Union leaders urged the senior senator to eschew “fast track” control for the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
West Coast ports request mediation with longshore union
Negotiations have lasted about seven months.
Portland Business Alliance studies strengths, weaknesses of economy
The study confirms what others have said about the prevalence of new jobs and the absence of increasing wages.
Thirteen schools receive grants for earthquake preparation
Business Oregon will dole out a total of about $15 million to 12 school districts and one community college.
Oregon video game producers get own group
Oregon Video Game Association will be a part of the Technology Association of Oregon.