Lien times hit construction
The steep hillside overlooking the Willamette River is a Portland residential community without residents.
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Former tech CEO pedals into a new job
WHEN KYLE RANSON resigned from a faltering InFocus in 2007 after three years at the Wilsonville projector company’s helm, it seemed only logical that the 20-year tech veteran would soldier on in the field he knew best.
Looking for a pony payday
It’s two minutes before post time for the first horse race of the season at Portland Meadows and the odds to win seem more favorable than betting on Wall Street.
Philanthropy: How to still do good when times are bad
THE ECONOMY IS IN shambles, the end of the year’s approaching and you’re just now thinking about having your business make some sweeping philanthropic gesture.
State of addiction
Oregon increasingly relies on its lottery to fund crucial programs. When, not if, the lottery maxes out, what will it mean for the state’s future?
Tight times benefit grocery stores
The economic slowdown hasn’t kept grocery-store carts from rolling.
Statewide ranking of health plans
Ranked by number of plan members
Pollution for sale
Ready or not, The carbon market is coming to Oregon. Expect big winners — and big losers.
No surprise: credit squeeze hits home
Small businesses throughout Oregon that rely on credit to keep operations going may find unwilling lenders as the economy worsens.
The Adams doctrine
Portland’s mayor-to-be offers a sneak preview of his economic plan, short on strategy but long on hope.
