Jet Clothing expands, creates Portland jobs
Portland-based Jet Clothing is expanding its in-house production with plans for continued expansion and job creation.
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Lane Transit gives students free bus passes
Lane Transit District is providing free bus passes in September to students in grades 6 through 12, over concern about loss of BETC funding for a similar program.
Wind vs. water goes to court
Eight Northwest power companies have filed appeals challenging the Bonneville Power Administration’s controversial Environmental Redispatch Policy.
Heat boosts waterfront businesses
Warmer temperatures meant more customers for Portland waterfront businesses this weekend.
Commercial solar dries up along with BETC
With state tax incentives for installing solar energy systems mostly gone, commercial solar companies are being forced to shift their strategies for the Oregon market.
Adidas CEO says company is committed to Oregon
On one of his twice yearly visits to the Adidas America headquarters, CEO Herbert Hainer discussed the company’s commitment to keep the headquarters in Portland.
Klamath businesses push for flight to Portland
Business people near the Klamath Falls airport want another flight to Portland to make their commute easier.
Oregon Lottery posts increase in 2011
Oregon Lottery reported a 2% increase in “sales,” the first increase in three years.
PGE considers giant cane for Boardman plant
Portland General Electric is considering giant cane as a possible future energy source for its coal-fired Boardman power plant.
Eco-innovations could save Oregon’s RV industry
The pending loss of 450 jobs at Monaco RV’s plant in Coburg strikes yet another blow to Lane County’s frail RV manufacturing industry. But several people in the industry predict local RV manufacturing will re-emerge when the national economy recovers.