Getting Smart About Water
City of Wheatland installing over 1,200 smart water meters
Upgrades in water meters are helping to reduce water waste, but
installation of new infrastructure can be slow
and difficult to fund.
Creating a Green Workforce
As the IPCC warns of suffering caused by climate change, the Capital Region is working to build a climate workforce
The extreme effects of climate change and California’s
environmental mandates are propelling a growing energy
workforce.
Sacramento Shows Its True Colors at the Sac Pride March
Local businesses and organizations demonstrate their support for the queer community
A celebration of inclusivity and diversity was on full display at the Sac Pride March, where local organizations and the businesses turned out to support the Sacramento LGBT Center and its community.
The Return of Arts and Music Festivals
Big events boost local economies and shape our identity
Capital Region music festivals attract tens of thousands of fans
from nearby areas and from all around the country.
Rise of the Robot Umpire
Experimental automated strike zone now on tap at River Cats games
An electronic system that relays information almost instantaneously is helping umpires make their calls.
Former Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness: A Throwback and a Futurist
Lunching with the local legend at a Capital landmark
The former sheriff reflects on 31 years in law enforcement
and his current radio talk show.
Colorful Bar in Historic Locke Stays the Course After an Ownership Change
Al the Wop’s has been serving bikers, locals and tourists for 75 years
The Delta bar’s five new owners kept the biker bar’s decor, unique traditions, steakhouse-style food menu and controversial name.
Comstock’s Concert Hall: The Warm Up Block Party
TOKiMONSTA to rock the block with unique brand of progressive electronica
The Grammy-nominated record producer will play the block party series at Midtown Sacramento’s MARRS Building.
Dilemma of the Month: Do I Need to Pay Employees When the Power Goes Out?
When remote workers encounter power outages, can employers require verification? What’s a fair amount of time for employees to be on standby?
The Way We Work: Doug Bergman
A glimpse into the daily life of UCP of Sacramento and Northern California CEO Doug Bergman
Each issue, we dig into the working habits of a top executive in the Capital Region, providing insight into how they get things done.