Guest commentary: New bill helps volunteers re-coop their charitable efforts
By Tammy Glenn Volunteers go the extra mile, but at what cost? The estimated value of a volunteer hour of service, according to the University of Maryland’s Do Good Institute is $33.49; up 5.3% from 2022. That’s $33.49 per hour that volunteers don’t actually pocket, but the value sends a loud and clear message — especially in the world Read More →

Dubroff: What to remember during this latest market tumble

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Street smarts: Grants for clean energy available for Ventura County nonprofits
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Fruit fly quarantines end in east Ventura County

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has declared an end to Mediterranean and Queensland fruit fly quarantines in Southern California, including parts of east Ventura County. The action comes following the eradication of the two invasive species, the department announced Aug. 6. In Ventura County, the nine-month-old quarantine had encompassed areas around Thousand Oaks, Read More →

Amgen’s bottom line falls in Q2, but analysts remain confident

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Portfolio watch
With stocks in an August meltdown, Mechanics Bank Wealth Management has been telling investors to keep calm and carry on. “The Federal Reserve has been specifically working for over a year to let some air out of the job market since a too hot job market can result in higher inflation than desired,” it tells investors warning Read More →