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Economic conference returns to Santa Clarita
The third annual Santa Clarita Economic and Real Estate Outlook conference is taking place Thursday, Feb. 21 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hyatt Regency Valencia.
$5 million expansion for Mercedes dealership
Building a new dealership in one of the toughest recessions in history is no easy task, but Mercedes-Benz of Valencia managed to do just that.
Wine bar operator is working to reopen
Roman Holiday hopes to re-open soon, said one of its owners. The cocktail and wine bar closed Jan. 18 when two of the three partners decided to exit the business. It's currently undergoing a change in ownership, said Gunner Resendez, the third partner. Located at The Patios at the Westfield Valencia Town Center, Resendez said that while he can't give the public an exact date as to when Roman Holiday will re-open, he is working ...
Pizza restaurant betting on Santa Clarita
Feeling confident in the economy and their product, and betting on Santa Clarita, Ventura-County based Toppers Pizza is fully renovating two buildings in the city to open as restaurants later this year.
Panel helps businesses deal with healthcare reform
Affordable healthcare may not be so affordable, according to a panel of healthcare reform experts.
Film Office breaking records for productions
The city's Film Office is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this month and in a nod to its success, a spokesman with the city also announced 2012 was another "record year" for local filming.
New medical practice opens in Valencia
When the Affordable Healthcare Act takes effect in 2014, experts predict there will be a shortage of doctors to care for the nation's populace.
Head of local economic development organization honored
The head of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation was named one of the "40 Under 40" of economic professionals, the local organization announced Friday.
Curtis Woods to head Eternal Valley Memorial
Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary has named Curtis Woods II as the new General Manager. Woods replaces Rachel Vargas who was promoted to head a Dignity Memorial location in Houston, Texas. Most recently he was general manager of Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mortuary in Bakersfield, and prior to that, general manager at Joshua Memorial Park in Lancaster, where he increased the location's satisfaction rating by 17 percent, said a spokesman for the Dignity Memorial network ...
Mimi’s Cafe chain sold
A little more than three months after the Santa Clarita Mimi's Café re-opened post-remodeling, the owner announced this week that it is selling the chain for $50 million.
Bank of Santa Clarita releases positive 2012 results
The Bank of Santa Clarita released its 2012 earnings report Monday and the market reflected the positive results. Shares are up nearly one dollar per share in the past quarter.
Local home sales have turned the corner in the real estate recovery
Santa Clarita Valley home sales increased 8.1 percent last year over 2011, marking the second consecutive year of annual gains and the highest annual sales total since 2006.
Historic shopping district welcomes another boutique
Home-décor accents and gift boutique retailer, Santa Clarita-based Ma Maison, is moving to a new location, said owner/operator Ede Eichmann.
For the love of fine wine
For years local winemakers - often amateur winemakers and hobbyists - traveled outside the Santa Clarita Valley to produce their wines.
LNR sold for $1.5 billion
A private investment firm has agreed to purchase LNR Property LLC for $1.5 billion in cash. Starwood Property Trust, and Starwood Capital Group, announced the purchase on Thursday. LNR is a diversified real estate investment, finance, management and development firm with over 550 employees located in 12 offices throughout the U.S. and Europe. Under the terms of the agreement, Starwood Property Trust will acquire a number of LNR's business segments for a total purchase price ...
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J.C. Penney apologizes to customers
J.C. Penney is sorry and it wants your business back.
Precision Dynamics rebranding
Precision Dynamics-St. John company of Valencia announced this week that it has re-branded its business.
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.
