Salem Tools: 30 years strong
The Salem tool store has been operating for more than 30 years.
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Environmental injustice: Oregon has little to brag about
BY JOE ROJAS-BURKE | OB BLOGGER
Given Oregon’s green reputation, it’s jarring to see how badly the state ranks on measures of injustice in exposure to air pollution.
Columbia Sportswear acquires California apparel brand
The Portland-based company will purchase prAna for $190 million in cash.
Google Fiber hopes to avoid local pitfalls
Google will decide whether to expand its one-gigabit ultra-high speed broadband cable service to Portland by the end of 2014.
Outdoor industry marketing firm plans for growth
San Francisco-based Foghorn Labs relocated its headquarters to Portland.
FEI ‘disappointed’ with Q1 earnings
The Hillsboro-based microscope maker reported weak first-quarter sales and profits.
Ninkasi to expand distribution into Nevada
The Eugene brewer’s beer will be sold in seven states.
Lawmakers to discuss new I-5 Columbia crossing
Washington lawmakers have invited Oregon counterparts to form the Bi-State Bridge Coalition.
Cider is latest Oregon alcohol trend
The state now has 30 licensed cider-makers, up from 10 in 2010.
Portland health sector growing faster than others
The sector is projected to grow by 22% between 2012 and 2022, according to a report by the Value of Jobs Coalition.