Washington’s GMO fight could spread to Oregon
A Washington initiative to label genetically modified foods could reverberate in Oregon, where activists hope for their own labeling initiative to be on the 2014 ballot.
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Oregon medical marijuana has to be tested for pesticides
Medical marijuana sold in Oregon dispensaries has to be tested for impurities and potency under a new law.
Foreclosures expected to spike again in Oregon
Court foreclosures have decreased in Oregon, down 85% in September from August.
Even dive bars pour Oregon craft beer
Nearly 50% of beer poured in Oregon is brewed in Oregon.
Irrigation ends early in Central Oregon
The Ochoco Irrigation District closed the irrigation season early this year due to cool temperatures and wet weather.
PeaceHealth begins construction
PeaceHealth’s central Eugene campus is undergoing demolition as part of a $13.6 million construction project.
Bend investors launch Cascade Angel Fund
The Cascade Angel Fund is launching in Bend this week to boost startup activity in Central Oregon.
Oregon Senate President wants to put off CRC vote
Oregon Senate President Peter Courtney wants the Legislature to put off a vote on the Columbia River Crossing until February, instead of calling another special session.
House flipping profitable in Portland
More than 400 homes were flipped in the third quarter of last year in Portland, meaning they were bought and resold within six months.
Tektronix revenues fall
Tektronix revenues fell again last quarter, according to financial results from parent company Danaher Corp.