Please join Lane Powell for their 27th Annual Labor & Employment Seminar as they team with Oregon Business’s 2010 “100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon.” The seminar will be held on Wednesday, March 31, at the Governor Hotel. Registration at 7:30 a.m.; Program is held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Reigning Portland Iron Chef Adam Sappington (The Country Cat) will take the stage to defend his title against contender Chef Andrew Garrett (Cafe Nell) and the culinary artistry begins. You’ll wait in anticipation as the panel of esteemed judges evaluates the dishes and finally reveals the name of who will reign supreme as the new Portland Iron Chef! Support for this event plays a critical role in allowing Children’s Relief Nursery to continue its work with vulnerable children in our community. Join the fun Saturday, May 22, at the Hilton Grand Ballroom.

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Join the Center for Women, Politics & Policy for a conversation with Dr. Regina Lawrence & Dr. Melody Rose as they share their thoughtful analysis and insights into Hillary Clinton’s historic run for the White House.

The Challenge: Control health insurance cost increases while continuing to meet employee coverage expectations.

Oregon Business magazine’s 17th annual 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon list is complete and the winners have been announced.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Clear One Health Plans, Inc. (OTCBB: CCHN) and PacificSource Health Plans announced today they have signed a definitive merger agreement under which PacificSource will acquire Clear One. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Clear One’s shareholders will receive $26.00 per share in cash, upon a successful close of the transaction.