Gov. Newsom’s Education Reshuffle
Governor Gavin Newsom has made education funding one of his priorities during his final year in office. He also made an unexpected proposal during last week’s State of the State address — to bring oversight of the state Department of Education under the governor’s control. This move came as a surprise to California’s elected State Superintendent of Public Education Tony Thurmond, who would see his job’s future responsibilities pared down. CalMatters K-12 Education Reporter
Carolyn Jones joins Insight to talk about Newsom’s proposal, and the impacts it could have inside and outside the classroom.
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Tahoe Business Check-in
Snow enthusiasts rejoiced when the new year brought some much needed powder to the Sierra. But Tahoe resorts weren’t the only ones celebrating an end to the “snow drought”. Other businesses also rely heavily on the tourism dollars that snow brings into the local economy. Mountain Slice Pizzeria & Creamery is located in Tahoe City, owner and operator
Alex Hunt joins us to talk about why snow matters to his bottom line and why they could use some more of it.
Old Sugar Mill’s New Owners
Located in Clarksburg, the Old Sugar Mill is home to more than a dozen local wineries along the Delta. But this summer, the historic venue was at risk of foreclosure after the untimely passing of its owner. In response, a group of tenants that operate out of the Old Sugar Mill joined together to keep it open - and tastings and wine production has been operating as usual. And the new year comes with new ownership.
David Ogilvie is the Owner and Winemaker of Silt Wine Company, and led the Old Sugar Mill Tenant Group. He joins Insight with an update.
Modesto Opera’s ‘Cinderella’
Opera Modesto is hosting a weekend of activities and performances celebrating “Cinderella” in support of its Story Into-Song Literacy Initiative.
Roy Stevens is Opera Modesto’s General Director and
Annalisa Winberg serves as its General Director and Stage Director of “Cinderella.” They join Insight today to talk about the importance of opera and the arts to the Central Valley.