Guest commentary: California’s new probate law is a win for some, but not all families
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Crista Hermance As an estate and crisis planning attorney, my mission is to help families avoid the chaos that can arise when a loved one passes without a plan in place. I’ve spent years educating clients about the very real — and often surprising — complications of California’s probate system. Many people assume that Read More →
Guest commentary: Proposed ‘skinny budget’ threatens to eliminate vital programs
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Patricia Keelan On April 1st, the new Trump administration abruptly closed five regional Head Start offices that provided support and guidance for Head Start programs in 23 states and territories, including Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. But this was no April Fool’s joke. The sudden loss of the regional staff who had Read More →
Guest commentary: It’s worth investing in a 401(k), especially in this volatile time
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Danielle Brinkman-Mallare In today’s economic climate, uncertainty is the only certainty. Inflation remains high, interest rates fluctuate, and the stock market is prone to dramatic swings. Many Americans are feeling the pinch and wondering where to put their money to ensure long-term financial stability. As a Certified Public Accountant, I can confidently say that Read More →
Guest commentary: Gut microbiome research could be the new frontier in cancer medicine
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Frank Kalman Editor’s note: Thanks to the tireless efforts of people like San Luis Obispo resident Frank Kalman and his nonprofit, End Kids Cancer, there have been major advances in pediatric oncology in recent years. Here’s Kalman’s latest report from the front lines: NBC News recently highlighted gut microbiome research as the new frontier of cancer Read More →
Guest commentary: Survive & thrive in 2025 no matter what
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy John Grace Imagine you sold two businesses, netting $5 million. You’ve done the math, and a 4% withdrawal rate provides a comfortable $200,000 per year in retirement. Life is good, and you’re set to enjoy your golden years. We started 2025 running with the bulls, but deep down, you knew that bear was lurking Read More →
Guest commentary: 7 trends defining HR in 2025
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Vlad Vaiman To succeed in today’s rapidly shifting work environment, organizations must quickly grasp and respond proactively to emerging HR trends. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has pinpointed seven significant trends which will shape HR operations in 2025, and how they will profoundly impact business practices. Businesses that implement strategic actions to Read More →
Guest commentary: Reviving common courtesy and leading by example
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Ritch K. Eich As the business and political worlds have become more impersonal and handshakes, handwritten notes, and personal phone calls have given way to texts, emails, and social media posts, common courtesy has become a lost art. Rudeness and incivility have escalated in all walks of life, and customer service isn’t what it Read More →
