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Some things we can be thankful for
This is the time of year when many businesses are slowing down, wrapping things up and preparing for the next calendar year.
Goodyear partners with locals
O'Brien Marketing formed a partnership with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to be the sports and entertainment buying agency for the Western region.
Bank of Santa Clarita won’t seek federal funds
Bank of Santa Clarita's Board of Directors said Monday it would not be in the best interest of the bank or its shareholders to apply for aid from the U.S. Treasury under the Treasury's capital assistance program.
Business briefs
Santa Clarita named finalist as business-friendly Santa Clarita was named a finalist for the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation's annual "Most Business Friendly City in L.A. County" award on Tuesday. The other finalists for the 50,000 and over category are the cities of Cerritos, Glendale, Long Beach and Pasadena. The winner is named during the 13th Annual Eddy Awards on Nov. 17 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The criteria for the selection ...
Blowout sales for shoppers
As high-profile retailers Linens 'N Things and Mervyns LLC enter bankruptcy, local customers who were taking advantage of the blowout prices still reacted with concern.
COC receives donation
Michael Moeller, founder and owner of Pacific Funding Mortgage Division, Inc., donated $25,000 to the College of the Canyons Foundation's University Center Capital Campaign.The University Center is a $38 million, 100,000 square foot facility scheduled for completion in spring 2009. It will house up to 10 partner universities offering more than 70 degree and credential programs.
Panel to discuss workforce housing in SCV
The Valley Industrial Association, Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, City of Santa Clarita and Building Industry Association will host an in-depth panel discussion on the merits, challenges and vision for workforce housing and employee mobility in the Santa Clarita Valley at the next Valley Industrial Association luncheon on Tuesday, Sept. 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the Hyatt Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia 91355.
Doctor has big heart
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce and Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital sponsored a celebration for Dr. Samuel Kojoglanian of Newhall as Santa Clarita's first board certified Interventional Cardiologist and the grand opening of his "Mender of Hearts" offices Nov. 7.
Canyon Country architect promoted
California-based construction management firm Gafcon Inc. announced the promotion of Ron Takaki of Canyon Country to department manager of the company's Los Angeles office.
Chamber membership down
The local chamber's membership declined from 2007 but the numbers are still "strong," said Charles Gill, chairman of the board for the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Chevy provides service while you sleep
While fewer people are buying new cars in the face of a crippled economy, more auto owners are servicing the cars they own.
Students present winning business projects
The Valley Industrial Association will host student teams presenting winning business projects at the next Valley Industrial Association luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Hyatt Valencia.
Can’t afford to live in SCV?
In an effort to create more affordable housing in the Santa Clarita Valley, the Valley Industrial Association is teaming up with the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, city of Santa Clarita and Building Industry Association to host a panel discussion on initiating workforce housing for local employees.
Business briefs
Duswalt hosts seminar Local businessman Craig Duswalt hosts the seminar, "How to write a book and self-publish it in 30 days...or less!" from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday at the Valencia Country Club, 27330 North Tourney Road in Valencia. Visit http://craigduswalt.com/ to register and find out more information. Sept. 24: Small business fair A small business fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 24 at the Embassy Suites Valencia, ...
Businesses are taking the 'Challenge'
Velocity Sports Performance hosts its inaugural Corporate Combine Challenge at 11 a.m. on Nov. 23 with all proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Santa Clarita Valley.
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Former sports bar space is leased again
An Irish-themed sports pub is coming to Santa Clarita, moving into the space vacated by Game Day Sports Grille & Bar on The Old Road when it closed for business Jan. 7, 2013.
FHA change requires mortgage insurance for the life of the loan
Starting next month, home buyers who get FHA-backed loans will have to buy mortgage insurance throughout the life of their mortgage.
First full ‘spaceline’ test flight successful
At 8 a.m. local time on Monday, a rocket-powered flight of the world's first commercial "spaceline," by Virgin Galactic, owned by Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group, ended in a smooth landing in the Mojave Desert.
Pollock to head CABEC Board
Jeff Pollock of Santa Clarita has been named the 2013 Chairman of the Board of the California Association of Building Energy Consultants - CABEC.
Movie ranches backbone of film industry
A large red-tailed hawk swoops down overhead through the many native oak trees that provide part of the natural landscape – and shade – on three local movie ranches doing business in Sand Canyon.
Local firm attracts $6.5 million for startup
A startup online marketplace that connects publishers with freelance journalists was created in the Saugus garage of its co-founder Bill Momary in 2009.
Bank of Santa Clarita reports strong Q1 earnings
The Bank of Santa Clarita released its first quarter earnings report this week.
More businesses are moving into Canyon Country retail center
A retail center built just before the recession on the east side of Santa Clarita is beginning to fill up quickly, said an executive with The Plaza at Golden Valley.
Local landscaper supports students in changing industry
Helping to support college scholarship fund, Stay Green Inc. pledged $25,000 to support scholarships for university students studying landscaping and horticulture.
Lithium ion battery firm opens SCV plant
Quallion's ongoing growth and expansion into new industries led the company to open a new location in Santa Clarita's Mann Biomedical Park on Monday.
Princess Cruises wins award
Princess Cruises has been honored by the Port of Seattle with an award for cruise line's environmental stewardship.
Princess Cruises wins environmental award
Princess Cruises has been honored by the Port of Seattle with an award for cruise line's environmental stewardship.
Annexing movie ranches profitable
Annexing the Santa Clarita Valley's movie ranches into the city, through the Movie Ranch Overlay Zone, brings an economic benefit to the city and local businesses.
Lack of buildings leads to loss of jobs
The lack of available industrial space is leading to the loss of jobs at one local company, which was unable to secure enough space quickly enough to satisfy a major client.
Mission Valley Bank president selected to head up California Independent Bankers
Tamara Gurney, Mission Valley Bank president and CEO, has been selected as the California Independent Bankers 2013 incoming president, said a spokesman for the bank.
