eugene oregon
Can Eugene Sell Itself — Without Selling Out?
A development boom is reshaping Eugene. Could this be the end of the city as we know it?
State gives outsiders huge contracts
The state of Oregon has forced furlough days on its workers and cut services to the poor, but it remains a cash cow for private contractors who charge as much as $300 an hour for their services, an investigation by The Oregonian shows.
South Valley Bancorp withdraws IPO
South Valley Bancorp Inc. withdrew its planned initial public offering, citing current market conditions.
Small business lending increases
Loans by Portland’s Small Business Administration are increasing rapidly.
Oregon net farm income raises 8 percent
Net income for Oregon’s farmers and ranchers rose 8% in 2010 over the previous year .
Umpqua expands green lending program to businesses
Umpqua Bank is expanding its GreenStreet lending program to businesses. The program offers loans for energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades.
Harry & David set to exit bankruptcy today
After over five months under court protection, Harry & David is set to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy today.
Mt. Bachelor invests in solar
Mt. Bachelor is investing $3.5 million in upgrades, including its first renewable energy source in the form of a solar array.
Heat boosts waterfront businesses
Warmer temperatures meant more customers for Portland waterfront businesses this weekend.