Failed Eugene project back on the market
A planned 40-unit development in Eugene called “The Crossings at Country Farm” is now back on the market at a severely slashed price.
Agriculture
October 13 & 14, 2012
Fall Kite Festival at D-River Wayside – As Lincoln City’s “original” Kite Festival, help us celebrate 34 years of fun. This year’s theme is “Stars & Stripes”. Enjoy demonstrations by expert fliers, kid’s kite making, kite-making workshops, and more fun in the sand! FMI www.oregoncoast.org or 800-452-2151
Google releases data center power usage
After remaining secretive about its data center in The Dalles, Google posted details about its global power consumption.
Eugene homeless program affects local businesses
FOOD for Lane County’s program manager insists the eatery’s guests conduct themselves well, but some downtown Eugene business owners have complaints.
450 jobs lost as Monaco RV shifts to Indiana
Monaco RVs will quit making big luxury coaches in Oregon, and that means 450 Lane County workers will be out of a job by early next year.
Urban homesteading stores increase
An increased interest in urban homesteading and DIY activities has led to a rise in stores catering to the hobbyists’ demands.
Trimet begins work on new bridge
TriMet begins work on the first new bridge across the Willamette in 40 years this week.
Companies fight back against rising copper theft
Farms and other businesses in rural Marion County are seeing an uptick in copper theft, despite the Oregon Legislature’s amendment of the scrap-metal law last year.
Oregon BEST announces new consortium
Oregon BEST announced a new consortium to bring together businesses and green building researchers.
Sanyo Homes coming to Portland
Japan-based Sanyo Homes is in talks to build trial houses of its eco-friendly houses and condominiums in Portland later this year.