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Comstock’s Talks Trailer

Did you know that Comstock’s makes podcasts? Check out our Comstock’s Talks trailer to see what we’re about.

Jun 24, 2020 Shoka

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Startup of the Month: OpenGrants

Platform simplifies search for public funding

Based in Sacramento, OpenGrants is a free platform that uses machine learning to sift through, list and match users with grant writers and opportunities. The platform reduces the opportunity cost inherent in the grant funding process by 30-40 percent.

May 4, 2020 Russell Nichols

The COVID-19 Pandemic Calls for Patience, Not Panic

Comstock’s founder and publisher reflects on the coronavirus pandemic and the people who are working to lessen the blow in the Capital Region. 

May 1, 2020 Winnie Comstock-Carlson

Getting to Know: Caroline Winata and Josh Daniels

Giggle & Riot cofounders reimagine business to bring joy to customers and support to local businesses

Until recently, Giggle & Riot was providing photo booths for up to 400 events a year. When events were canceled under California’s shelter-in-place order, owners Caroline Winata and Josh Daniels responded with new services. 

Apr 23, 2020 Vanessa Labi

Evil HR Lady on Comstock’s Talks: Mending the Gap

PODCAST: If employees are scheduled to begin working at 6 a.m., but no one from management shows up until 7 a.m. to unlock the doors, can the workers be penalized and docked an hour of pay?

Apr 10, 2020 Suzanne Lucas

Comstock’s Talks: Mending the Gap

PODCAST: Fifty-seven years after the Equal Pay Act was signed into law by President John F. Kennedy, women still earn substantially less than men. Legislation in California is attempting to level the playing field.

Mar 22, 2020 Laurie Lauletta-Boshart

Main Street: A Corner Fixture

Family-run Corner Drug Co. has been operating on Main Street in Woodland for more than 120 years

Lisa Shelley is the owner and pharmacist of Corner Drug Co., which has operated in Woodland since the 1890s. 

Mar 11, 2020 Tom Couzens

Startups of the Month: Where Are They Now?

Progress reports from five standout startups in the Capital Region

Since 2015, Comstock’s has spotlighted more than 60 regional startups in our Startup of the Month column. Here are five standouts from the column that are going stronger than ever.

Mar 10, 2020 Russell Nichols

Startup of the Month: DapIt

Digital gift cards give small businesses a boost

With gift cards continuing to soar in popularity, a Woodland-based startup aims to bring their convenience to small businesses while cutting down on plastic.

Mar 5, 2020 Russell Nichols

A Rare Breed

Veterinarians who travel let pets stay comfortably at home

For many dogs, cats, birds and fish, a veterinarian visit is best taken at home. There are several veterinarians in the Capital Region that offer this service for families willing to pay extra for the convenience and comfort of seeing a vet who comes to them.

Feb 27, 2020 Steve Martarano

Getting to Know: Micah Kearns

Meet the man behind the Sacramento chapter of a global speaker series devoted to making mistakes

Micah Kearns is no stranger to mistakes, failures, snafus or rock bottoms. Life experience, along with a gentle demeanor that suggests he is the physical embodiment of a “safe space,” make him quite the fit as chapter organizer of F—up Nights Sacramento.

Feb 26, 2020 Vanessa Labi
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