Oregon’s aging population hurting economic growth
Oregon’s fast-aging rural population is hindering economic growth, state economist Mark McMullen says.
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Kitzhaber works to keep Hanjin Shipping
Gov. Kitzhaber is trying to get the Port of Portland, unions and employers to work together to keep Hanjin Shipping from abandoning Portland.
Ryno Motors to roll out microcycles in 2014
Beaverton’s Ryno Motors plans to roll out its one-wheeled electric vehicles in 2014, and customers can get in line with a $150 refundable deposit.
Ag boosts Oregon’s economy
Agriculture accounts for 15% of Oregon’s economic activity, according to a new report from 1000 Friends of Oregon.
First Cover Oregon deadline here
The first deadline for Cover Oregon applicants seeking financial help is here.
Puppet Labs hires Skype’s CFO
Portland startup Puppet Labs hired Skype’s chief financial officer Bill Koefoed to be its new CFO.
Portland wants to move R2DT into warehouse
Portland hopes to move the Right 2 Dream Too homeless camp into a warehouse.
Oregon names 20 ‘worst charities’
The Oregon Department of Justice revealed its annual list of 20 “worst charities” that spend less than 35% of the money they raise on their cause.
World Cup boosts Adidas’ Portland HQ
Adidas’ North American headquarters is buzzing with excitement for next summer’s World Cup in Brazil.
SE Portland ‘Goat Blocks’ to get apartments, retail
Vancouver-based Killian Pacific intends to construct apartments, retail space, a parking garage and plazas on the Southeast Portland site known for its goats.