Cannabis biz digest
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission granted its first batch of licenses to growers; OLCC data shows a budding recreational marijuana industry in Marion and Polk Counties; and more cannabis businesses are planned for Bend.
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Judge rules governor had power to settle Cover Oregon debacle
Marion County Circuit Judge Sean Armstrong denied the state’s request to throw out Oracle’s $25-million lawsuit.
Moda raises $115M more in capital
The insurance carrier announced the sale of two dental entities and the Moda Plaza in Milwaukie, along with the securitization of risk corridor expenses to an outside firm.
Portland Mayor to propose business tax hike
Sources say Charlie Hales is expected to propose a business tax hike to boost the city budget.
SolarWorld plans to increase workforce after factory upgrade
The silicon solar producer plans to hire 200 workers after expanding its Hillsboro factory.
Horizon Air’s growth expected to affect PDX airport expansion
The Portland-based airline plans to buy 30 new jets, which may help shape the postponed PDX airport expansion.
Sisters council grants $100K payout to city manager
The council approved a severance package for City Manager Andrew Gorayeb who agreed to resign Thusday after complaints from co-workers.
Former Trail Blazer Antonio Harvey among first to get marijuana growers license
The state will issue the first batch of licenses to recreational marijuana growers on Friday.
Vacasa raises minimum wage to $15 an hour
The vacation rental company increased its minimum wage on April 24, affecting a quarter of its 1,000 employees.
PSU works with Portland and Multnomah County on toxic air texts
Portland State University spearheads an initiative to conduct citywide air pollution tests for two years, starting this summer.