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Biomass backlash
Though it has been getting more attention lately as a potential ally in the quest for energy independence, biomass facilities have come under fire in recent months. In Gainesville, Fla., […]
Confessions of a commuter
During my two years of commuting from Portland to Vancouver for work, I would routinely curse the Interstate Bridge. Sitting in traffic I would yell out, “Why haven’t they built […]
Some Portland developers can’t build, but for some, waiting is a strategy
In commercial real estate, no matter what sector you’re talking about, there are a few common indicators of a gloomy or sunny market. These are vacancy rate, net absorption, asking […]
Project Runway designer to put on solar-inspired fashion show
The latest winner of reality TV show Project Runway will put on a solar panel-inspired fashion show during Portland Fashion Week.
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Our Project Center 'free' day was a huge success and many 'guests' were surprised at all the bidding opportunities.
Twitter, social media help public involvement process
When writing a story earlier this week on the public involvement process for development projects receiving public support in Portland. I had more information than I could possibly fit in […]
How Richard Cho is like good developer
I’m a huge basketball fan. And considering I was born and raised in Oregon, I am a die-hard Portland Trail Blazers fan. While listening to the various interviews with the […]
Plastic grocery bags are bad, but are the reusable bags any better?
Portland is poised to become the next city to ban the plastic bag. Mayor Sam Adams for the past few weeks has been busy pitching the city’s Plastic Bag Ban, […]
Medal of Honor winner is given another honor
Both deceased now, Stan and Jean would probably consider this new multi-purpose building as their 'living room.'
Cupid played part in venue’s name
If history hadn't happened the way it did, this performing arts venue might have been called by another name.
Ladd Tower sale an indicator of multifamily market
Last Friday, Oregonian reporter Jeff Manning wrote an interesting piece on the development firm Opus Northwest putting Ladd Tower, a 322-unit downtown apartment complex, on the market. When the apartment […]
Gresham to use Third Thursday event to fill vacant storefronts
Very few towns, if any, have done more than Gresham over the past year to attract business. The town has used fee holidays, incentives and marketing campaigns to eliminate the […]
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
