Central Coast vintners reflect on a sour year for grape growing
Central Coast winemakers have experienced a perfect storm of late freezes, a cool and damp summer and October rains, leading to a year that may have some vineyards selling their grapes at a loss.
State budget crunch could delay $152M Santa Barbara courthouse
At issue is how 41 courthouse projects planned around California will be funded after the state Legislature cut $310 million from the judicial branch’s budget this year.
Globalization trickles down to small firms
When it comes to tourism, the Internet is a big driver, and California is a favorite for Asian travelers.
REI gears up to open large downtown SB store next month
One of the largest downtown Santa Barbara vacancies will be filled next month, when outdoor gear retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. opens its 24,500 square-foot store.
Area attorneys share five quick ways to give your firm a fall tuneup
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South Coast sales activity slows to crawl after early 2011 boom
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Area banker tells Fed chair how grim it is
Santa Barbara resident and California Bankers Association President Rod Brown recently met with Ben Bernanke.
