Echo upends economic development strategy
The small town of 715 plans a citywide beautification program in order to attract businesses — instead of implementing a more traditional development approach.
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PDX real estate roundup
Developers plan Gresham business park; Oliver Station in Lents up for design review.
Nike reorganizes exec ranks
The global sportswear leader’s CEO Mark Parker says the shifts are intended to “drive growth around the world.”
Wacom relocates US HQ to Portland
The digital pen maker celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday at their new Pearl District offices set to officially open in June.
Glassmakers face new anti-pollution rules
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality passed new air pollution restrictions for glassmakers on Thursday.
LifeWise to exit health insurance market
The insurance company said it would leave the market at the end of this year.
Marijuana taxes reach $6.84M
Recreational marijuana sales generated $6.84 million in tax revenues in the months of January and February.
OHSU to help launch a $50M health-ed center in Klamath Falls
Oregon Health & Science University said it would fund the project with $15 million; Sky Lakes Medical Center will contribute $15 million.
Bend to consider hydro projects
A City Council subcommittee will decide on proposed projects that generate electricity from the city’s drinking water system.
Coalition sues Portland over homeless camps
A group of businesses and neighborhood associations calling itself Safe & Livable Portland filed a lawsuit against the city and Mayor Charlie Hales over the mayor’s homeless camp policy.