Bank of the Sierra announces second-quarter earnings
Earnings, Latest news, Tri-County Public CompaniesSierra Bancorp, the parent company of Bank of the Sierra, announced its results for the second quarter of 2024 on July 22, noting that consolidated net income was at $10.3 million for the quarter, up from $10 million in the same quarter a year ago. Bank of the Sierra is headquartered in Porterville, but has Read More →
Santa Barbara financial firm acquires Boston company
Economy, Latest newsSanta Barbara-based World Investment Advisors, a subsidiary of World Insurance Associates, announced July 17 that it has acquired Boston Harbor Wealth Advisors for an undisclosed amount. Boston Harbor Wealth is an independent financial services firm located in Westborough, Mass and was represented by DeVoe & Company. It specializes in comprehensive financial planning and goal-oriented investment management Read More →
Our view: Major events highlight SLO County tourism
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Tri-county unemployment rate jumps up dramatically in June
Central Coast, Columns, Economy, Latest news, left, Tri-County EconomyAfter three straight months of seeing the unemployment rate fall, the Central Coast’s unemployment rate saw a dramatic jump from May to June, according to the latest data provided by the California Employment Development Department. Released July 18, the unemployment rate of the tri-counties was at 4.23% in June, up from an unemployment rate of Read More →

Westmont, Cuesta lead effort to replace frontline staff
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