Crafter’s night was a hit after numerous vendors, shoppers, and pups roamed the small, sectioned-off area of Monet Avenue in Victoria Gardens on Friday night, March 11th. The array of diverse types of small businesses there made the event worthwhile with live music playing and food to fill the empty stomachs of many shoppers. A sure hit for any type of person looking to shop locally in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Victoria Gardens, an outdoor town center and mall located in Rancho Cucamonga, California, has hosted an event called “The Gathering” Crafter’s Night Market over the past few months that highlights the incredible work of various vendors over Southern California, some vendors … [Read more...] about “The Gathering” Crafters Night Event Market now at Victoria Gardens
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Vendors persistent in evolving from pandemic
By Ricardo Martinez, Nancy Mejia, and Mayra Mendoza As the pandemic continues to change the way we live, food vendors in the San Bernardino area are adjusting to city restrictions as they continue to set up every weekend with a lively community. The pandemic has affected how businesses run their operations and arguably it has had the largest impact on the foodservice industry. Many food vendors in the San Bernardino area choose local and busy streets to set up, but with the worry of customers spreading the virus, many are hesitant to stop by. One local San Bernardino resident, Teresa Dominguez sets up every weekend selling fruits and juices that she makes herself. “I saw … [Read more...] about Vendors persistent in evolving from pandemic
Housing market hits all time highs, but downturn predicted to come soon
The housing market has been hitting historic highs in sales and historic lows in interest rates, but the increasing prices cannot last long and should be adjusting in the next six months, experts say. The recent events with COVID-19 and the stimulus checks that were given out by the government are one explanation as to why there has not yet been a crash in the housing market, according to real estate experts and faculty members at CSUSB. Although the strong housing market is beneficial, the increased debt from the stimulus checks will have lasting consequences on taxpayers, according to CSUSB faculty member Montgomery Van Wart. Van Wart is a professor of public administration at CSUSB … [Read more...] about Housing market hits all time highs, but downturn predicted to come soon
Coronavirus affects local and state business owners
The pandemic has taken a toll on business, employees, and customers. Some businesses were forced to shut down while other businesses have slowed down. While many business owners are anxious to reopen to the public, there is still no time frame when that will happen. Many business owners are anxious to reopen to the public. As of June 1, many businesses that originally weren't considered essential such as restaurants, barbershops, hair salons, and more, are able to reopen. Carlos De Santiago, the business owner of a Taco shop in Laguna Beach, CA, closed down at the beginning of March and couldn't help all his employees financially. He managed to find help through programs offered due to … [Read more...] about Coronavirus affects local and state business owners
Q & A with Dr. Sirotnik on COVID-19’s impact on the local economy
Following the effects of the pandemic on the local economy, Dr. Barbara Sirotnik, the director of the Institute of Applied Research and Policy Analysis and a statistics professor for the College of Business and Public Administration, discusses the background and solutions for local businesses affected by the quarantine protocols from COVID-19. Q: How do you see this pandemic affecting our local economy? A: Through the Institute of Applied Research, we do a lot of different research and one of them is a monthly economic forecast. More recently, I have been working closely with the Inland Empire Economic Partnership (I.E.E.P). They are trying to help businesses in the region. After the … [Read more...] about Q & A with Dr. Sirotnik on COVID-19’s impact on the local economy
Innovation Challenge competition returns to CSUSB
Creative entrepreneurs and savvy, business-minded people will have a chance to make their ideas become reality with the return of the CSUSB Innovation Challenge competition on May 23. Students, faculty and alumni can pitch their start-up business ideas for a chance to win $20,000 in cash prizes at the main event. Prior to the final contest date, two open pitch nights were hosted on April 10 and 11 at the Bay Lounge in the Santos Manuel Student Union. This provided an opportunity for interested students to meet with others to discuss their start-up business ideas, network with professionals and recruit members of their competing team. All teams must fill out the "Intent to Compete" … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge competition returns to CSUSB
Students speak about CSUSB experience
By Nylles Vernon |Staff Writer| Students tell about their overall experience at CSUSB and which professors and courses changed their perspective on life. There are currently well over 20,000 students here on campus and most have had a very satisfying and rewarding experience regarding their education. Students are encouraged to take advantage of their education while they are students because it will benefit them for their entire lives. Kim Nguyen, an accounting of business major said that her favorite course was English 306, Critical Analysis Composition which was taught by English professor Kristen Macias. “I wasn't the strongest writer going into that class but this class … [Read more...] about Students speak about CSUSB experience
City Council Roundup, Chapter 9 Bankruptcy
By Tricia Kang |Staff Writer| The San Bernardino City Council filed an emergency petition for Chapter 9 Bankruptcy in the court proceedings. Chapter 9 is to provide a financially-distressed municipality protection from its creditors while it develops and negotiates a plan for adjusting its debts according to the United States Courts website. Officials realized that they needed to address the management in order to give the city a chance after it went into bankruptcy in 2012, for $45 million. City council members expect San Bernardino to emerge from Chapter 9 protection within Spring of 2018, as a debt free city. A hearing confirmed of the City's Plan of Adjustment of Debts is … [Read more...] about City Council Roundup, Chapter 9 Bankruptcy
Amazon looks to make shopping easy
By Erika Aguilar |Staff Writer| Amazon will be experimenting with a new pilot program while continuing to expand its business in the U.S. by planning to open 20,000 grocery stores within the next decade. The pilot program consists of opening 20 grocery stores at locations including, Seattle, New York, Las Vegas, Miami and the Bay Area, according to Business Insider. Amazon will also be testing out two different concepts during its program. Ten of the grocery stores will be "click and collect" which will allow customers to shop online and schedule a time to pick up their items at the store, according to Fortune news. "I think the 'click and collect' concept is pretty good for … [Read more...] about Amazon looks to make shopping easy
“Body Shaming” changing the way we workout
By Ricardo Mendez, Shelby Hancock, and Shane Burrell |Staff Writer, Asst. Sports Editor and Sports Editor| Body shaming is big business. About 45 million Americans are gym members according to realbuzz.com. Statista.com stated in 2015 the gym revenue was more than $21.8 billion in the United States. "It's when you abuse your body because you're ashamed of it," said sophomore Crystal Torres, when asked what she thinks about body shaming. People invest in their appearance because we are embarrassed we don't look like the media tells us we should, which in turns causes negative body image. "Body-shaming [is] criticizing yourself or others because of some aspect of physical … [Read more...] about “Body Shaming” changing the way we workout