Business

It had been a while since my wife Luisa and I went on a day trip to one of the many towns or cities within California. Last week we decided to cruise south on Highway 101 over to San Luis Obispo, only this time...

SOLEDAD — Once upon a time there was a lot of buzz going around Soledad with the anticipated opening of Reel Rock Brewery in 2025. But, according to co-owner Mike Carrillo, the project went flat just a couple of months after breaking ground last June...

SOLEDAD — El Mercadito marketplace in downtown Soledad was back in full action last Saturday as local vendors showed up to Cesar Chavez Park for a day of shopping and indulgence. The guests were treated to small dance performances throughout the day put on by...

SOLEDAD — Soledad Rotary Club officially introduced a pair of new members in Cindy Dedini and Fernando Cabrera during a regular meeting on May 7. Both inductees are well-known figures in the Soledad business community, bringing years of professional expertise to the club. “The Soledad Rotary...

Popular chain brings thousands of affordable household items and Japanese goods to Central Coast Daiso, the cult-favorite Japanese discount store, will open its doors at Harden Ranch Plaza at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, marking the retailer's first location on the Central Coast. The store...

SALINAS VALLEY — Pacific Valley Bank has announced that Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of the Taylor Farms operating companies, has acquired a 16.3% ownership stake in the bank. The investment represents a significant minority position by a locally based, family-owned company with long-standing operations...

SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce recognized five local nonprofit organizations and distributed donations during its Giving Back Banquet on Oct. 1, thanking the groups for their contributions to the community and volunteer work at the Chamber’s fireworks booth. The event opened with two cultural...

Old Sacramento Waterfront district is a historical part of the city that features several options to dine and shop just about anytime of the year. I decided to take my wife, Luisa, and our son, Elias, on a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon in March...

It had been quite some time since my family partook in a long road trip that required multiple stops, including one where we had to stay at a hotel. However, we were once again bitten by the travel bug and hit the road again.  This...

SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber of Commerce has announced the launch of its Shop Local Program in the form of a “Soledad Chamber eGift Card.” Unlike traditional gift cards tied to a single store, the Soledad Chamber eGift Card can be redeemed at any participating local...