Fields of Gold
The Sacramento Valley’s climate is ripe for producing quality olive oil
Olive farmers in California are determined to become known as producers of high-quality olive oil, and much of that olive oil is being produced in the Mediterranean climate of the Sacramento Valley.
Power of Politics
California Center for Civic Participation Executive Director Belen Flores on educating young people about civics
Comstock’s spoke with Belen Flores about how her organization has adapted in recent months and why its mission remains important.
Time to Take Charge
‘The great pause’ caused by the coronavirus is an opportunity for emerging leaders
Here are five simple tips for emerging leaders to be different — to give rise to the leader within.
Planning During Coronavirus
For young business owners, the time is right to put together a savings and investment plan
Here’s what financial planning experts in the Capital Region say young adults can think about to stay alive financially through 2020 and beyond.
The Bright Side: Hope in a Meal
Yolo Delivers Hope, started in response to the COVID-19 pandemic by Woodland’s Dinner on Main organizers, contracts with Woodland restaurants to create meals for homebound seniors, low-income families and migrant farm workers.
Newsom Closes Indoor Businesses Statewide; Clamps Down Further on Some Counties
California must once again close indoor operations of various business sectors as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continue to spike, and resources in several counties dwindle.
Emerging Leaders: Vanessa Walker
We honor 10 young professionals who have made a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic
Dr. Vanessa Walker is medical director of the Sutter Health Valley Area’s electronic ICU, a telemonitoring program in which doctors and nurses monitor ICU patients through video, remote diagnostic tools and other technologies.
How Businesses Can Help Improve Racial Injustice
If you’re a business owner or leader in the community who wants to help make real change, here are three practical steps you can take in your business.
Emerging Leaders: Zayn Silmi
We honor 10 young professionals who have made a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic
Zayn Silmi is the founder of The People of Sacramento, which makes those hats emblazoned with “916” and hoodies proclaiming “Home is Sacramento.”
Emerging Leaders: Holly Powers
We honor 10 young professionals who have made a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic
As assistant director of the Placer County Office of Emergency Services, Holly Powers brings together a variety of partners to prepare for, respond to, and lead the recovery from natural or human-made disasters.