Editorial: Diving into politics an act of courage
We were surprised when Peter Adam, a Santa Maria resident and fifth-generation owner of a substantial agribusiness in the region, tossed his hat in the ring for the 4th District supervisor race.
Editorial: Buffett buy in SLO puts solar in spotlight
News that Berkshire Hathaway’s MidAmerican unit is acquiring the 550-megawatt Topaz solar project in San Luis Obispo County comes amid a turbulent time for the beleaguered industry.
Editorial: CKE chief’s policy soul mate
CKE Restaurants CEO Andy Puzder has found a kindred spirit.
Editorial: Bargain hunters in Ventura County
In the case of Ventura County, it is aging baby boomers looking for second homes on the cheap who are checking out the area.
Editorial: Community Dividends kickstarts giving season
In what has become a welcome and enduring tradition in the region, Montecito Bank & Trust kicked off Thanksgiving week with its ninth annual Community Dividends luncheon on Nov. 21.
Editorial: Unemployment cost increases on the way
California employers will soon experience one of those small but annoying prices we pay for doing business in the Golden State — higher costs for unemployment insurance.
