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By Henry Dubroff / Friday, July 8th, 2016 / Agribusiness, Columns, Latest news / Comments Off on Dubroff: Central Coast food producers must adapt
Agriculture on the Central Coast is in the midst of a rapid transformation. Regulation, drought and the soaring demand for locally produced food are forcing farmers across the region to adapt or shut their doors. The players who survive will likely be more sustainable and much more efficient. Curiously, they will likely reach markets that Read More →
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By Guest commentary / Friday, July 1st, 2016 / Energy, Latest news, Op/Eds, Opinion / Comments Off on Hill: Planning for a post-Diablo Canyon future
By Adam Hill As the news of the deal that will close Diablo Canyon continues to reverberate through our community, it’s critical that we begin to plan now for our post-Diablo future. We simply can’t afford to be apathetic or to behave like a broken-hearted lover bemoaning co-dependency. This is perhaps the best test yet Read More →
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By Henry Dubroff / Friday, July 1st, 2016 / Editorials, Latest news, Opinion / Comments Off on Transportation future up to Ventura County voters
Ventura County has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to take control of its future. Going before voters in November is a Transportation Investment and Expenditure Plan that would for the first time give Ventura County a dedicated sales tax revenue stream for transportation upgrades and environmental improvements. The plan, crafted by the Ventura County Transportation Commission, was Read More →
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By Alex Kacik / Friday, July 1st, 2016 / Columns, Latest news, Real Estate / Comments Off on Goleta housing developments will reduce regional shortage
Goleta is poised to help fill the region’s housing void with a series of new projects. There are more than 1,600 units in the pipeline ranging from single-family homes to affordable rentals. The Village at Los Carneros is currently under construction and will feature a mix of condos and single-family spaces totaling 465 units. The Read More →
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By Philip Joens / Friday, July 1st, 2016 / Central Coast, Energy, left / Comments Off on Diablo Canyon plant closing effects being mitigated
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By Henry Dubroff / Friday, July 1st, 2016 / Columns, Latest news / Comments Off on Dubroff: Appeal of populism falls short of reality
“You say you want a revolution Well, you know, we all want to change the world” — John Lennon My verdict on the so-called “Brexit” vote is that in a globalized world dominated by central bankers, it is far more profitable to sing about a revolution than to actually foment one. Less than a week Read More →
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By Philip Joens / Wednesday, June 29th, 2016 / Latest news, Tourism, Tri-County Economy / Comments Off on Alaska Airlines to begin service between San Luis Obispo and Seattle
Alaska Airlines announced a new service between San Luis Obispo and Seattle on June 29. The airline will operate two flights daily between the two cities, with one flight departing Seattle at 8 a.m. each day and one flight leaving San Luis Obispo at noon. The announcement makes Alaska the third regional airline to fly Read More →
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