A Bright Outlook
Business leaders say they expect growth in 2022
We interviewed a local banking expert about how optimistic
national trends are being reflected in the Capital Region.
What the Federal ‘No Surprises Act’ Means in California
The new federal law will provide protection against surprise medical bills for between 6 million and 7 million Californians who are not covered under state law.
It’s Complicated
Business experts express optimism and concern over the Capital Region’s 2022 economic outlook
After a once-in-a-century pandemic, what happens next? The
Capital Region’s economic experts weigh in.
Getting to Know: Brandon Brown
The Grin CEO believes consumers have fundamentally shifted focus from companies to people
Brandon Brown is CEO and co-founder of the fast-growing
Sacramento-based company Grin. His thought leadership on
influencer marketing is based on authenticity.
Can Downtown Sacramento Recover From COVID-19?
Downtown Sacramento has been hard hit by COVID-19, stalling its recovery from years of decay. Can it snap back?
Tasting To-Go
Mobile eateries find natural home in Amador County’s wine country
Amador County food trucks are expanding the meaning of fast
food by combining seasonality, convenience and relationships
with wineries.
As Omicron Surge Worsens Teacher Shortage, More California Schools Closed by COVID
The omicron variant of COVID-19 has hit California’s teacher workforce so hard that many schools are weighing closure and in some cases forced to dip into emergency days.
Art Exposed: Jonathan Joiner
How a filmmaker and creative director mines the past for inspiration to create fantastical objects, stop-motion video and playful GIFs
Jonathan Joiner finds inspiration in retro-futuristic gadgets,
movies and “practical things.”
Status Check: New Plans for an Old Park
Crocker Art Museum, city revive dormant talks to transform Crocker Park
Nearly two years into the pandemic, the Crocker’s art park project is being brought back to life, though there are a few hurdles to overcome before breaking ground.
Entertaining Hope
Capital Region movie theaters struggled through the pandemic — but a few are thriving
We spoke to two Capital Region theaters with long histories that managed to ride out the pandemic.