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'The Great Mrs. Claus' debuts
From his jolly belly to his favorite Christmas Eve snack, just about anyone can give you the full story on Santa Claus.
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, ...
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Men’s Wearhouse founder speaks at VIA B2B
"Compassion and forgiveness are just as important as accountability and hard work," said George Zimmer, founder and executive chairman of the Men's Wearhouse.
Hundreds attend used clothing consignment sale
or hundreds of women buying and selling used clothing, much of it high-end and designer goods.
Low inventory marks home market recovery
Editor's Note: This is the first of a two-part series on the local real estate market. Today's story focuses on the homeowner, or seller. The series concludes next Sunday with the focus on the buyer. In a stabilizing real estate market, marked by rising home sales and moderate price gains, a severe shortage of homes listed for sale characterizes this particular housing recovery. The lack of inventory in Santa Clarita is the "major factor slowing ...
Men’s Wearhouse founder to keynote trade show
The man who told millions of people "You're going to like the way you look. I guarantee it," Men's Wearhouse founder, George Zimmer, is coming to Santa Clarita to speak at the Valley Industry Associations' 2013 B2B industry expo luncheon on March 19.
Homebuilder buys more lots for SCV homes
KB Home acquired 54 finished lots in a land purchase agreement with Newhall Land for a new community called Charleston at River Village in Santa Clarita, the homebuilder announced on Wednesday.
Learning how to get revenue from your website
Merely attracting streams of visitors to your website doesn't automatically translate into revenue growth for a business, said Erick Arndt, founder of SCV Startup.
Campaign launched to attract new homebuyers
On the heels of growing builder confidence, and more new home starts than during the Great Recession, a new-home trade association launched a campaign to spotlight homebuilders' new homes, including those new home communities in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Foreign Trade Zone can benefit businesses
Exporters and importers, as well as the warehouse and distribution companies that support them, reap multiple benefits when they operate inside a Foreign Trade Zone – or FTZ, said experts at a recent meeting.
SCVEDC receives an award for Economic Development Guide
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation received an Award of Merit for their recent Economic Development Guide publication, which focused on the bio-medical industry in the SCV.
The SCVEDC receives an award for its Economic Development Guide
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation received an Award of Merit for their recent Economic Development Guide publication, which focused on the bio-medical industry in the SCV.
Roman Holiday closed for good
The wine bar business, Roman Holiday, which announced Feb. 12 it was working to re-open after a dispute between partners forced its closure, is definitely closing, sources say.
Art house movie group interested in SCV
Santa Clarita residents have been loosely campaigning for quite some time to have an independent art house movie theater open locally. According to one executive, there is still hope that a theater chain airing independent films may one day locate in Santa Clarita.
Bob Khalsa: SCV home sales are the highest for January in six years
January is typically a dormant time of year for the residential real estate market in the Santa Clarita Valley, yet this market recovery is so unusual that no one was surprised when statistics showed January posted the highest sales total for the month in six years.
Santa Clarita counts on tourism for funds
Last year was a busy one for the city of Santa Clarita and its tourism partners, according to a city official.
Banker recognized
Marti Heinbaugh, regional manager of Mission Valley Bank, is scheduled to be honored for her contributions to SCVi – Santa Clarita Valley International Charter School.
