Editorial: FDA rules aim to curb prescription drug abuse
The Food and Drug Administration has come up with new rules aimed at curbing an epidemic of pain pill addiction.
Editorial: Central Coast airport discussion takes flight
Two upcoming programs in San Luis Obispo will tackle an important issue for the Central Coast — how to get improved air service to aid business travel and advance economic development. RRM Design Group is hosting two meetings — one in the morning on Sept. 17, and another in the afternoon on the same day, Read More →
Op/ed: Grow a thriving business by giving back
By Cynder Sinclair on August 30, 2013 Ironically, the secret to success in the for-profit world seems to be tied directly to involvement in the nonprofit sector. Thousands of nonprofits provide vital services to residents in the Tri-Counties, and people realize these organizations make our community richer for everyone. Research shows that consumers prefer to Read More →
Editorial: Government to government talks needed in SYV debate
The county can’t really afford a protracted legal battle to stall the project nor can it afford to buy it from the Chumash.
Editorial: County should work with Chumash on vision for the Santa Ynez Valley
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians is asking the federal government to annex the so-called Camp Four property in the Santa Ynez Valley into its reservation, a move that would remove it from Santa Barbara County’s property tax rolls and from its onerous development process. The Chumash bought the 1,390-acre property in 2010 for Read More →
Op/ed: Business owners should deal with new health care rules now
Confusion and uncertainty about the Affordable Care Act was heightened in July, when the Obama Administration postponed the large-employer health care mandate for one year, until January 2015.
Editorial: Mortgage fraud crackdown counts another success
The Ventura County District Attorney’s office has struck pay dirt in its long-running investigation into mortgage fraud.
