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Virtual Supply buys Petra, expands national distribution reach
The Oregon company said the move will help it expand its national reach.
Mary DeHart, a Portland journalism powerhouse, dies at 91
She's being remembered as a Northeast Portland fixture who remained devoted to news and business.
100 years of Providence Park: The pictures, people and events that make a pure Portland stadium
What the stadium looked like before it was a stadium, and how it attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors today.
Adidas earnings: Record revenue despite flat footwear results
"Strong and broad-based demand" drove Adidas' results, the company said.
Portland entrepreneurs survey cites economy as top concern
Some 86% participate in community giving, while 72% promoted women, BIPOC and other underrepresented individuals into leadership roles since joining Entrepreneurs' Organization.
Columbia's 'Don't Panic Room' giveaway offers survival gear to outdoor enthusiasts
“As we all watch tech people building bunkers to hide from their own tech, we want to reward the real survivalists and outdoors people who appreciate what Mother Nature has to offer," the company's marketing head said.
Willamette, PCC strike 'transfer partnership' agreement
Willamette University and Portland Community College have struck an agreement that could help both entities bolster bottom line figures.
Laika's "Wildwood" exceeds expectations on its first box office weekend
Fans of the popular book hit theaters in surprising numbers the weekend before Halloween.
NY co. to acquire Portland-area financial giant
The 53-year-old company manages more than $8 billion in assets.
Feed the Mass' Nourish Building signs on two rising tenants
Third Eye Books and a coffee purveyor will operate out of the Nourish Building.
Migration prepares to open in Northwest Portland
The strategy meshes with several planned residential and office developments near the Fremont Bridge's west end.
Hacienda CDC partners with YWCA Clark County on Main Street community hub
The project, which features big-name construction sector players, is set to launch in 2029.
Private colleges across the U.S. are fighting enrollment, tuition dollar declines. Experts say there's 'no silver bullet.'
A smaller demographic is reaching college age, and that demographic is increasingly skeptical of the value proposition of college. Those that do decide to go are seeing smaller price tags at larger schools that have flashy sports stadiums, Greek life and similar degrees. It's left private colleges in a lurch.
Stoller's Chehalem buys Pamplin property, will create a 255-acre wine campus
The 40-plus acres was home to the Pamplin family's winery.
Where Portland lands in top 10 US coffee cities
Portland is not, according to one measure, the nation's Best Coffee City.
Site of U.S. Bank branch in the heart of Sellwood sold for $3.5M
The building is smack at the tony neighborhood's main intersection.
Tillamook cheese, Reser's potato salad among 2026 Coolest Thing in Oregon finalists.
The voting for this round takes place through Sept. 28.
503 Distilling expands to Alaska and Hawaii
For the occasion, 503 Distilling has crafted a new canned cocktail for its new Hawaii fans.
University of Portland launches a 3-year business degree program
The program looks to slash tuition costs and send students into careers more quickly.
Greenbrier CEO Lorie Tekorius to retire, longtime company vet will take her place
Incoming CEO is a fellow 30-year-vet with the Portland railcar company.
Vancouver business leaders see growth opportunity, but worry infrastructure can't keep pace - Portland Business Journal
The city is thriving because of its business leaders' creativity, its government's vision and the community's general pluck, panelists said.
Editor's notebook: A window into the world of a great reporter
She was known for her grace, humility and ability to find superb stories.
Hillsboro mayor: Tech layoffs not a harbinger for Intel partners
The layoffs take effect when the contract expires on Oct. 19. Hillsboro's mayor says no other local companies have reported significant impacts from Intel's operational shifts.
Intel partner loses contract, will lay off 74 in Hillsboro
The company told the state that Intel had awarded a contract to another competitor.
Where the money lives in Portland
The 97212 ZIP code east of downtown Portland placed in the top 100 nationally. California claimed 48 spots while New York took the top five.
Data Bank: The Portland metro's oldest and youngest towns
The Portland region's average age is 41.9 years, compared to 39.4 nationally.
Key deadline approaches for Oregon manufacturers seeking AI insights from top students
Preview this article 1 min The deadline for applying is Sept. 16.
TriMet changes will take effect next week as agency looks to fill $158M budget gap
Two lines will go away and one train route will lose direct downtown access.
Centennial Mills tower falls (Video)
The fire that gutted the 116-year-old structure had made the surrounding area unsafe.
Portland nonprofit rolls out summit on wealth-building for underrepresented founders
A noted Los Angeles investor and others will share insights on ownership, opportunities and the future of wealth, among other issues.
Oregon State University lands $5M in SBA grants for small manufacturer training programs
The money will help train workers in machining and robotics, among other areas.
Dougy Center secures $1.4M-plus for new Beaverton facility
The donations arrive during a tumultuous time for nonprofits.
After plant closure announcement, Daimler looking for new spot
The announcement comes just after the company said it will lay off 375 workers in Portland.
Kernutt Stokes buys Hillsboro accounting firm, extends its Oregon reach
Kernutt Stokes is one of the state's largest accounting firms.
No kidding: The cost to raise small children in Portland continues to rise
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A look back at Centennial Mills: What the fire destroyed (Photos)
The PBJ has reported on plans for the Northwest Portland site for more than two decades.
Daimler Truck to shut down Oregon plant, shift operations to the Carolinas
Daimler Truck North America will relocate production as part of efforts to align resources with future business needs. The company has a major presence in High Point, where it employs about 1,000.
Adidas hires Birgit Kretschmer to replace Harm Ohlmeyer as CFO
Ohlmeyer had spent nearly three decades with the company.
Daimler shuttering Portland plant, plans to lay off 375
The move comes just after the company revealed its new Swan Island engineering center.
SEI founder Tony Hopson on the group's foray into housing
Hopson said the vision of past and present leaders could bring affordable homes to hundreds.
Oregon ranks in top 10 for small businesses
Oregon ranks in the top 10 for small business growth, according to software maker Homebase.
Cleared for take-off: Completion of $2B terminal launches new era at Portland airport
Dubbed “the largest public infrastructure project in Oregon history,” PDX's terminal took 11 years and cost $2.15 billion to build.
Amaterra buys Portland waterfront hotel, plans to spotlight location, wine and food
The move adds to the growing wine and food purveyor's hospitality portfolio.
Blazers: Sides are 'very far apart' on Moda negotiations
The reporting marks the first time Blazers officials (quoted anonymously) have weighed in on the state of city talks.
Alan Sprints, a master brewer and Portland legend, dies at age 66
The Hair of the Dog founder was known for his vision, his creativity and his calm demeanor.
Saluting the PBJ's Brandon Sawyer on a new job path
While Brandon Sawyer is staying in Portland, his local contributions will be missed.
Wilson: 'Essential details' lacking from Blazers on Moda
The mayor issued a statement in response to Adam Silver's concerns that appear to be about the pace and tenor of negotiations.
Pacific, Willamette formally agree to merge, will create Oregon's largest private university
The new University of the Northwest looks to enhance its student base and take advantage of its larger base of programs.
Small and mid-sized businesses lay foundations for growth
The study collected data from small and mid-sized businesses
Here are the top investments OR business owners plan to make
Data from Columbia Bank, and comments from those in the business trenches, suggest guarded optimism amid recent challenges.
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