OLCC considers allowing liquor to be sold in grocery chains
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission is considering modernization proposals including allowing grocery chains to sell liquor.
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Umpqua CEO writes ‘Occupy’ book
Umpqua Bank CEO Ray Davis’ new book on leadership discusses having a conversation with ‘Occupy’ protesters.
Dell sells majority stake in Smarsh
Dell quietly sold its majority stake in Portland-based digital archivist Smarsh.
Portland People’s Water Trust initiative moves forward
A proposed ballot initiative to create a People’s Water Trust in Portland is moving forward to the next stage.
Central Oregon job openings are for low-wage work
A recently released Oregon Employment Department study highlighted gaps between job opening in Central Oregon and the rest of the state.
Oregon child care costs lead the nation
Oregon is the least affordable state for average child care costs, with care for an infant representing more than 18% of the median income for a married couple.
Local businesses weigh impact of ‘Wild’ filming
Ashland businesses are weighing the economic impact on downtown after scenes were shot for the movie “Wild.”
Commercial real estate picks up
The commercial real estate market is heating up in the Portland metropolitan region.
Cover Oregon hand sorts 7,300 paper applications
Cover Oregon has turned to old-fashioned paper applications due to glitches in the new online insurance marketplace.
Trail Blazers introduce dynamic pricing
The Portland Trail Blazers will now determine single game ticket prices using dynamic pricing.