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The Human StoryWith the opening of the new Carlsbad Village Books, owner Tim Wrisley has created the kind of independent bookstore experience that reminds you why getting out from behind a screen still matters. It’s a place to browse, discover something unexpected and connect with the people who make up our local literary community.As Tim…

Space to breatheOn July 6, 2026, the City of Carlsbad broke ground on its 43rd park for our fair city, the Veterans Memorial Park.  Located off Faraday Avenue near Canon Road, Veterans Memorial Park will cover 94 acres in total, with 53 of those acres being dedicated as protected open-space habitat. This will be a…

What makes a great bank for business? Technology matters. Products matter. Competitive pricing matters. But when a business owner is facing an opportunity, a challenge, or an important decision, what they need most is access to people they trust — bankers who understand their business, respond quickly, and are committed to helping them succeed. After spending the…

Cultural arts as a community and economic assetCultural arts are an essential part of what makes a community vibrant, distinctive, and connected. They tell the stories of a place, reflect its history and identity, inspire new ideas, and create opportunities for people to experience their community in meaningful ways. From murals and sculptures to music,…

Jump inside the busy, messy middleJustin PeekPeek WealthIt’s the end of summer in this glorious spot on the planet we call Carlsbad. I hope that you’ve been off enjoying our beaches, trails, lagoons, restaurants, and even other countries for a few weeks.Recently, my family and I stopped off at South Ponto to dip our toes…

Celebrating the people behind the business At the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, one of the most rewarding parts of our work is getting to celebrate the businesses that make our community what it is. This year, we were proud to recognize Aldrich with our CBAD Award for Best Place to Work, an honor that celebrates much…

Future CEO Fall classes – registration now open!Parents often say, “I wish I had learned that when I was younger.” Whether it’s understanding money, knowing how to communicate professionally, or having the confidence to turn an idea into something real, many important life skills are learned through experience rather than in the classroom. The Future…

The underrated company Holiday Party Consider what you’re really asking an employee to do when you invite them to a company holiday party at 5 p.m.For some, it’s simple: get dressed, show up and enjoy the evening.For others, it means arranging childcare, coordinating a second shift of family responsibilities, finding a sitter, figuring out transportation and…

More than 4,000 graduate as CSUSM celebrates Class of 2026More than half of Cal State San Marcos’ Class of 2026 became the first in their families to earn a bachelor’s degree as the university held its annual spring commencement ceremonies in May.A total of 4,352 students graduated as part of this year’s class. Spring commencement,…

Preparing children for an AI world without losing what makes them humanArtificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday life. Students are using it to brainstorm ideas, solve math problems, write stories, and explore new interests. As AI continues to evolve, many parents and educators are asking the same question:How do we help children embrace…