Karlos Rene Ayala is a freelance photographer, videographer, documentarian, and writer living in Sacramento.
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Here’s How Sacramento’s Oldest Businesses Keep Customers Coming Back
From a century-old jewelry store to a revived dive bar, local owners explain how they stay relevant across generations
A small group of businesses in the Capital Region have held
strong for a half-century or more.
After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling, Sacramento Businesses Brace for What Comes Next
Clarity helps, but shifting trade policy, energy prices and consumer spending still complicate planning
We checked in with business owners and industry experts in and around Sacramento to understand how local businesses are navigating this complex moment.
The Bright Side: A Spin on Tradition
Community members created decorative altars in the Marketplace 99 shopping center parking lot in Elk Grove for a family-friendly, socially distanced Día de los Muertos drive-thru display and contest Nov 1.