The University of California is vowing to offer its California undergraduates a debt-free college experience by 2030 as part of an overhaul of how the system views college affordability. To get there, the system of 230,000 students seeking bachelor’s degrees is relying on a mix of state and federal support, revenues from recent tuition increases,… Keep Reading
Possibly one of the “hippiest” places in all of America; this California desert town is specifically known for its eclectic, peace-exuding qualities. According to a list put together by Thrillist, the best hippie town in California is Joshua Tree. Joshua Tree is truly a place for all hippies to gather. Thrillist noted that even before… Keep Reading
Uber continues its push into on-demand and scheduled grocery delivery. Starting Thursday, West Coast customers can use Uber and Uber Eats to order sundries from more than 70 Grocery Outlet locations in California, Oregon and Washington state. The goal of the pilot partnership “is to provide a reliable and affordable grocery delivery option that works… Keep Reading
OAKDALE, Calif. — The Oakdale Chamber of commerce is gearing up for its 30th annual Chocolate Festival being held this weekend at Williams Meyer Park in Oakdale. This family-fun event will be held May 21 and 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will feature a massive amount of sweet chocolate treats to enjoy including fudges,… Keep Reading
US-based online ordering and delivery firm Uber Eats, part of Uber Technologies, has rolled out pilot autonomous food delivery services in two California cities, namely Santa Monica and West Hollywood. These pilots have been launched in collaboration with startups Motional and Serve Robotics, reported Reuters. Motional is an autonomous vehicle joint venture firm of Hyundai… Keep Reading
Wine exports from the United States jumped 10.6% in value in 2021, reversing a four-year decline, an industry group said Monday. The total reached $1.44 billion despite tariffs, COVID-19 and other challenges, the Wine Institute reported. The San Francisco-based group represents California wineries, which account for about 95% of U.S. exports. Much of the volume… Keep Reading
From its salted caramel cold foam to mocha swirl, Dunkin’ has a handful of customization options for those who simply don’t want to order their coffee straight off the menu. But just when you think Dunkin’ can’t offer more — they do. The chain has released three add-ins: Antioxidant, Prebiotic, and Extra Charged (via Elite… Keep Reading
MENDOCINO Co., 5/16/22 — The iconic California Grizzly is the subject of a new traveling exhibition opening at the Mendocino County Museum in Willits next month, developed with input from The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley, and Heyday Books. The exhibit will be opening June 4 and be on display until July 31, 2022… Keep Reading
After navigating the closings, openings, supply shortages and staffing issues of the COVID-19 pandemic, local restaurants and retailers are emerging with a changed relationship with their customers. Part of that change, particularly for restaurants, has been the rise of third party delivery apps. In the Central Valley, restaurants and grocers embraced the convenience of no-contact… Keep Reading
Thanks to an experimental new program aimed at easing the state’s profound homelessness crisis, some Californians now can get housing help from an unlikely source: their health insurance plans. With the launch this year of CalAIM, California is reimagining medical coverage by marrying healthcare and housing statewide for the first time. Under the new approach,… Keep Reading
