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Organic foods going under the microscope
To protect and inform consumers, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Supervisor Antonovich directing the Chief Executive Officer and the county's Agricultural Commissioner to conduct a study to determine the accuracy of organic claims made by supermarkets. "Consumers have the right to know that foods advertised as organic are grown free of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, antibiotics or genetic modification," Antonovich said.
Antonovich calls for reclaimed water study
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion by Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich to study increasing reclaimed water for non-drinking purposes.
95.5 KLOS 28th annual blood drive is rockin'
LOS ANGELES (PRNewswire-USNewswire) -- The American Red Cross and radio station 95.5 KLOS are gearing up to rock Southern California's airwaves for the 28th Annual KLOS Blood Drive.
Green is the new black
SAUSALITO, Calif. (PRNewswire-USNewswire) -- Teens Turning Green, a national coalition of teens educating peers and community members about healthy lifestyle choices, announces the launch of Project Green Dorm, a multi-faceted effort to encourage teens around the country to make eco-informed purchases around the age-old tradition of back-to-school.
HIV testing and advertising spreading across Los Angeles County
LOS ANGELES (PRNewswire) -- This week the Los Angeles County, Department of Public Health's Office of AIDS Programs and Policy is launching its most comprehensive community outreach campaign ever to encourage HIV testing.
Ralphs grand re-opening July 29 to benefit local Special Olympics
Committed to serving the residents of Valencia with the finest food products, most innovative retail features, customer-friendly service and lower prices, Ralphs Grocery Company announces the opening of a uniquely designed and totally remodeled supermarket at 25930 McBean Parkway in Valencia.
UPDATED: Stevenson Ranch burglary suspects identified
A man and woman were arrested by Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station deputies Wednesday afternoon on charges of burglary and receiving stolen property in Stevenson Ranch.
Stevenson Ranch burglary suspects nabbed
Sheriff's deputies arrested a man and a woman who allegedly burglarized a home in Stevenson Ranch on Wednesday afternoon.
Lynne Plambeck: Bankruptcy and public interest
Recently, several large bankruptcies have made nationwide headlines. Now, LandSource and Newhall Land and Farming Company, owners of undeveloped land in Valencia, commercial properties throughout the Santa Clarita Valley and Newhall Ranch are set to emerge from Chapter 11 under a reorganization plan sponsored by their mortgage lender. The lender and its hedge fund investors will own 85 percent of the new companies and a Lennar subsidiary will own 15 percent. The resolution of these ...
Zonta awards benefit local women
It was "payday" for 10 local nonprofit organizations and two outstanding young women, who received a combined total of $16,500 in community grants and scholarships awarded by Zonta Club of the Santa Clarita Valley on May 13.
Local politicos protest budget proposal
The spending plan that goes to state Legislators today is nothing more than a Ponzi scheme that leaves the county unable to protect residents, county officials said Wednesday.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: July 23, 2009
Hello, Santa Clarita Valley! Welcome to The-Signal.com's Daybreak, your point of entry for the day, and a quick journey through the past, present and future. Let the adventure begin:
Julie M. Sturgeon: A few tips for promoting your business’ Web site
These days, small businesses need an Internet presence. Today's customers expect a company to have a well-designed Web site that provides product information and details about services. If you're a small business owner who can sell at least some products online, customers will often reward you with increased revenue and word-of-mouth advertising.
Bank of SC reports quarterly net earnings
The Bank of Santa Clarita on Wednesday reported lower net earnings in the second quarter of this year compared to last, but it showed growth in its loan portfolio and net interest income.
Hart High to host annual Spirit Day
Hart High School's cheerleaders will host the school's annual Spirit Day on Aug. 8 for aspiring cheerleaders ages 5 to 12.
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UPDATE: Body found in rubble of KC explosion
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - The mayor of Kansas City says search crews have found a body in the rubble of a Kansas City restaurant destroyed by an explosion.
In fact-based films, how much fiction is OK?
NEW YORK (AP) - The scene: Tehran's Mehrabad airport, January 1980. Six U.S. diplomats, disguised as a fake sci-fi film crew, are about to fly to freedom with their CIA escorts. But suddenly there's a moment of panic in what had been a smooth trip through the airport.
US ready to strike back against China cyberattacks
WASHINGTON (AP) - As public evidence mounts that the Chinese military is responsible for stealing massive amounts of U.S. government data and corporate trade secrets, the Obama administration is eyeing fines and other trade actions it may take against Beijing or any other country guilty of cyberespionage.
14 hurt in Kansas City gas blast, fire
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - A gas explosion that sparked a massive, block-engulfing blaze in an upscale Kansas City shopping district injured 14 people, a city official said Tuesday evening, adding it is believed that an accident by a utility contractor may have caused the blast.
Emblem Academy open house today
Parents, prospective students and interested community members are invited to attend one of two open house events at Emblem Academy tonight.
'Every 15 Minutes' event set for Hart High School
Officials from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station, city of Santa Clarita and Hart High School will partner to stage the latest "Every 15 Minutes" event Thursday.
License compliance check in Acton
Officers from the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control will be in Acton today checking to ensure animals are up to date on their rabies vaccinations and that residents are complying with state licensing requirements.
Gary Horton: Life can be a sound track by the B-52’s
It's sometime in the late 1980s and our family and friends are piled inside our Ford cruiser van heading off to a family ski trip to Lake Tahoe - or to a Boy Scout boating trip at Lake Mead - or some other fun teen-friendly vacation destination.
Today in the SCV: Wednesday, Feb. 20
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