Oregon company markets wool insulation
Rainier-based Oregon Shepherd is selling blown-in natural wool insulation to the green building industry.
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Greenhouse gas goals could increase driving costs
Oregon is adopting rules requiring an overall reduction in motor vehicle emissions, which could result in higher driving costs.
Regulators approve Qwest’s sale to CenturyLink
Oregon regulators gave conditional approval to Qwest Communications’ $22 billion sale to CenturyLink.
Farmers begin planting Monsanto beets
Farmers in Eastern Oregon have begun USDA-mandated training in order to grow Monsanto-made Roundup Ready beets.
Senate considers business incentives
Oregon lawmakers are considering a $5 million program that would offer incentives to businesses that grow in or relocate to Oregon.
Fred Mayer pays vets back pay
Fred Meyer Stores Inc. agreed to pay wage increases and pension benefits to veterans who work for the company.
Japan quake could affect Portland supplies
While too early to assess, industry experts worry Japan’s earthquake could affect the supply of certain foods and autos in the Portland area.
Capital gains taxes under fire
Oregon lawmakers are again considering several proposals aimed at cutting taxes on investment income.
Oregon may consider four-day workweek
House Bill 2932 would have Oregon plan and implement a four-day workweek for state workers.
Activists endorse Icahn’s nominees
Casablanca Capital withdrew its Mentor Graphics board nominees, instead endorsing the nominees set out by Carl Icahn.