Oregon organic crops in high demand
European Union consumers are building a market for organic hazelnuts, cherries.
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Portland company behind ‘world’s most sustainable office building’
DEVELOPMENT ROUNDUP: Portland firm is part of lauded project in Seattle; city nears deal with Zidell family again; Hales proud of urban renewal changes.
4 Oregon-based beermakers make list of largest craft breweries
Brewers Association moves Deschutes up one spot to seventh-largest craft brewer by sales.
Pot expert says no need for Oregon farmers to boost yield
An Oregon State professor says the state already produces more than enough to meet demand.
Background checks on private gun sales bill debated
Gun advocates argue law is “borderline treasonous”; others say it could save lives.
Portland to allow Uber ‘surge pricing’
SHARING ECONOMY ROUNDUP: Controversial surge pricing proposal moves forward in Portland; Bend places restrictions on vacation rentals.
Salem Health, OHSU, nearing deal
Two of state’s largest health organizations may integrate clinics into one system.
Oregon House passes $7.255B school budget
Teachers unions and Republicans protest plan, saying it doesn’t provide enough funding.
Gov. Brown, Nike, join chorus of politicians, businesses speaking out against Indiana law
Gov. Kate Brown says Indiana Religious Freedom Restoration Act offends her; Nike executive says it’s ‘bad for business.’
Snowpack measures yield ‘concerning’ results
Survey sites indicate snowpack at 8 percent of normal for this time of year.