Op/ed: College campuses crying out for leadership from their presidents
When is the last time a campus president spoke out on immigration, income equality, joblessness, health care or climate control?
Letter to the Editor: CEO defends oil company
Since its inception 50 years ago, Tri-Valley has endeavored to be a careful steward of our environment and a positive addition to the communities where we live and work.
State’s assault on profits bad for business

The conflicts between private enterprises and public agencies are growing larger and more intense.
Op-Ed: Five questions to ask your favorite charity
Whenever you make a gift, you also want to be sure that your money will be used wisely.
Editorial: Farewell to four titans, mentors and friends
As 2011 draws to a close we’re going to take a few words and recognize the passing of four individuals who shaped the Pacific Coast Business Times in innumerable ways.
Op-ed: Health care reform – Coming to a checkbook near you
It’s been just over a year since some of the most significant mandates under the massive health care reform bill, dubbed Obamacare, went into effect. But, as the saying goes, “You ain’t seen nothing yet.”
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.