Casa Pacifica expansion nears goal
With about $13.8 million raised so far, Casa Pacifica, the Camarillo-based center that offers services and shelter for abused and neglected youth is just $3 million shy of a board-approved ground breaking to dramatically expand its facilities.
Hummingbird Ranch project in Simi falls out of the nest
A project that was once heralded as a cataylyst for Simi Valley’s tourism and hospitality game is looking like it won’t actually happen.
Groundwater rules and mandatory sick leave in spotlight
While the water law will introduce formal management to many basins in the region for the first time, it doesn’t fundamentally change the idea of proprietary groundwater rights. In employment law, starting next summer, California businesses of all sizes will have to give all employees — part-time, full-time or even temporary, exempt or non-exempt — at least three days a year of paid sick time.
The Nobel effect: UCSB laureates have a big impact on regional economy
The list of Nobel laureates at UCSB continues to grow and with it so do the number of tech company startups spun-out of the university.
Martin named technology editor
Martin, who joined the region’s weekly business journal a year ago, moves over to a staff writer position from research director and special reports editor.
Orcutt Marketplace moves ahead with PB at the helm
A 24.5-acre site in Orcutt near the Clark Street Exit off Highway 101 that’s been stuck in the development starting blocks since 2007 could soon find its legs.
