Theater 150 saved by last-minute donors
UncategorizedOjai’s Theater 150 could breathe a big sigh of relief this week. The small community theater located along Highway 150 recently sent out an e-mail to its supporters asking for desperately needed donations: “We have until Monday, [May 31] to raise a substantial portion of the $140,000 we need to create this new annual festival Read More →
Cal Poly restarts search for new president
UncategorizedAfter campus visits by the three finalists being considered as the new president of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed has recommended that the process start over with a new pool of candidates, Cal Poly announced June 2. The CSU board of trustees has concurred with the chancellor’s recommendation, according to Read More →
From backstage to boardroom: Region
UncategorizedFor some tri-county businesspeople, the best way to end a long day at the office is to clock out and rock out. With a band, that is. Driven musicians often rise in the business world because they’re used to pushing for perfection when no one’s pushing them, and chasing a dream for pay that ranges Read More →
Editorial: Big shoes to fill at Cal Poly
OpinionA new era of leadership is coming to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, but science and technology will remain at the forefront of the academic agenda for the flagship of the California State University system. That’s because each of the three finalists to replace outgoing President Warren Baker has a strong background in science and Read More →
San Luis Obispo entrepreneur returns to his roots
Small BusinessBuying his old company back last year was a business decision, but James Whitaker admits pride had something to do with it. Quickcondoms.com — as the name suggests, the company sells condoms online — was struggling. Whitaker started the business as a 19-year-old Cal Poly San Luis Obispo student and sold his half to his Read More →
