Group PSA Video

Outsourcing has impacted American economy. All of our interviewees' clothes were made in China. Approximately 50 percent of American products are imported from China. This holds a potential danger if America continues to depend more and more on foreign goods. Thousands of Americans are unemployed due to the cheap labor found overseas.

by: Hayley, Torie, & Alyssa

Individual Video: Why do Companies Resort to Outsourcing?

Community members weigh their opinion on outsourcing. Convenience and cheap prices have a greater influence on the decision of where to shop. Large corporations outsource for cheaper labor, while taking away American jobs.

by: Hayley

Individual Video: Wal-Mart Interview

In this interview, we asked a local Northridge resident why she shops at Wal-Mart. She represents the local perspective; how convenience affects where people shop, rather than the well-being of the economy.

by: Alyssa

Individual Video: Granada Hills Holiday Parade

This video shows a few clips of the 2008 Granada Hills Holiday Parade. The North Valley's schools, clubs, teams, scouts, churches, volunteer organizations, and important council members participated in this exciting event. The entire community was invited to line the streets and join the parade participants in spreading some holiday cheer. Events like this one depict the friendship and support present in our community.

by: Torie

Mini-Saga: Local

Local Business
Two best friends decided to open a beauty shop in a local town. They spent months planning and advertising. On the day of their Grand Opening, they hoped all their hard work would pay off. Unfortunately, their store didn't do as well as they hoped and had to shut down.

Mini-Saga: Global

Made in China

The economic crisis has forced American consumers to monitor their excessive spending. Consumers have found large retail stores to be convenient. Instead of buying one item at a small store, people buy from large chains that offer a variety of products in one stop, with lower prices.