From the Editors: June Business Recap
Comstock’s monthly look at the business news in the Capital Region. Here’s our run-down of news from June.
In the Driver’s Seat
James Corless, new CEO of the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, on transportation, housing and autonomous vehicles
James Corless has been called “a world-class visionary and leader” in transportation, land use and creative urban planning by Roseville Mayor Susan Rohan. He became CEO of the Sacramento Area Council of Governments in April, after serving as the founding director of Washington D.C.-based Transportation for America. We sat down with him to discus the future of the Capital Region.
Students Design Cutting-Edge Solar Home
Two-year process by UCD students to construct house culminates with national competition this fall
Students at UC Davis are building a house. Not just any house, but a solar-powered house, one with the potential to be as affordable as it is innovative and, above all, energy efficient.
From the U.S. Marine Corps to The Waffle Experience
Why quitting wasn’t an option for owners of expanding restaurant chain despite roadblocks
The Waffle Experience isn’t just another waffle house with packaged waffle batter and the usual breakfast fare. Instead, Donoho has taken his training in classical cuisines and worked to change the perception of how customers view the traditional belgian-style waffle.
Back and Forward: Rick Kempf on Workforce Challenges
Rick Kempf, regional vice president of LF Staffing Services, Inc., provides his perspective on challenges facing the U.S. workforce.
A Night at the Ballpark
River Cats public address announcer talks about landing his dream job
When you’ve landed your dream job, you show up early.
It’s more than 90 minutes before game time on a cool, breezy late May evening and Mike Marando, the Sacramento River Cats’ public address announcer, sits hunched over a table in the press box at Raley Field and begins his fastidious pre-game preparation.
Raising the Stakes
Wilton Rancheria Casino could be an economic boon for both Elk Grove and the only Native American tribe in Sacramento County — if it ever gets built
While the project has support from city officials, some residents and special interest groups continue their attempts to stall it. Regardless, plans for the casino move forward.
#ArchObs2017
Architectura Obscura Photography Competition
We are excited to announce our 7th annual Architectura Obscura annual open photography competition!
Entry deadline: Thursday, June 29, 2017
Boomers Nearing End of Life Seen Helping California Tax Revenue
The winding down for California’s baby boomers may end up boosting their home cities.
The House Raises
A look at four new developments tied to local casino operations
Gaming facilities across the capital region are booming with expansions and new construction. Here’s a look at four new developments tied to local casino operations.