Guest commentary: Reviving common courtesy and leading by example
By 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 →
Our view: Vandenberg drone incursion nets questionable penalty
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Guest commentary: Reflecting on the past and embracing the future
By Amber Hair For this year’s Top Women in Business, I wanted to recognize the women who came before us. Specifically, I want to recognize my grandmother, Marie Elizabeth Geis Hair. Marie Elizabeth Geis Hair was born February 21, 1914 in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was an only child, like me. She died February 1, 1994, the year I Read More →
From “The Office” to “Severance”: The evolution of the corporate workplace on TV
By Gerhard Apfelthaler The corporate workplace has long been a source of inspiration for entertainment. From the comedic absurdity of The Office to the dystopian surrealism of Apple’s Severance, these shows capture different facets of American workplace culture. They reflect both shifting attitudes and persistent truths about office life, and they are certainly getting some Read More →
Letter to the editor: Why TEDxSantaBarbara is more important than ever
Dear Editor, Santa Barbara has always been a city of ideas. From environmental activism to technological innovation, we’ve led conversations that shape the future. However, when public discourse is often divided, and big ideas get lost in the noise, we need spaces where thoughtful dialogue and new perspectives can thrive. That’s where TEDxSantaBarbara comes in. Read More →
Our view: Visionary Tom Clark will be remembered for his reach
The idea that eventually became Reach was born in a conference room at the Greater Denver Chamber of Commerce in August 2017. That’s when Tom Clark, visionary behind the Greater Denver Economic Development Corp. talked about the city’s regional approach to building a more diversified economy in a conversation with several dozen leaders from San Read More →
Letter to the Editor: Youth encourage their peers to prioritize mental wellness
Dear Editor, Oxnard Future Leaders of America (FLA) youth are leading a transformative movement for mental health awareness, turning personal struggles into collective action. With World Teen Mental Wellness Day on March 2nd, we recognize their ongoing advocacy, which took center stage last March when students addressed the Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) board Read More →
