In San Luis Obispo, business news means corporate developments, local market trends, commerce shifts and the expansion or closure of firms. Reporting follows the activity of organizations throughout the city.
The university reduced land identified for development after community pushback, excluding a lemon grove and prime farmland.
Live Poll
Should universities build on farmland to fund campus expansion projects?
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Do you prefer when local businesses consolidate into larger spaces or stay in their original neighborhoods?
The clothing retailer has closed its Arroyo Grande shop to focus operations at its larger San Luis Obispo location.
The university plans to transform 18 acres of agricultural land into housing, retail, and conference space.
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Should local governments fund more small business training and loan programs in your community?
The nonprofit will hold its first Legacy Leaders Awards on Nov. 5 to recognize founders Anita Robinson and Elizabeth Steinberg.
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Do you trust that recent street redesigns in your area have actually made travel safer?
The city council is weighing an $8.5 million plan to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists along the corridor.
The retired NASA astronaut has moved to San Luis Obispo to begin a new leadership role at the university.
This section follows company leadership changes, regional economic shifts, industry specific reports and new venture funding. Coverage takes in the city and the communities around it. The local retail sector experiences significant turnover due to the student and tourist populations that define the economic landscape. Commercial real estate permitting and development projects serve as a primary indicator of growth across the city.
