Read more about the article Brewing Up California’s Coffee Scene
San Franciscans take their coffee seriously. Very seriously. Sightglass is one of the best independently owned and operated roasters. PHOTO COURTESY VISIT CALIFORNIA

Brewing Up California’s Coffee Scene

The Pacific Northwest, home of Starbucks, may have invented modern “coffee culture,” but California has embraced the love of the caffeinated brew and offers up its own celebration of the hallowed “cup o’ joe.”

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Read more about the article 10 ways to make cash with technology
Technology has given rise to a number of ways for making money in the comfort of your home, whether through transcribing, blogging or even working at a “call center.” Metro

10 ways to make cash with technology

One thing is sure: Technology has opened up a lot of job opportunities. Specialized apps and websites make second jobs more accessible and more flexible than ever — and some people are making serious bank.

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Read more about the article Rivalry sets stage for Foothill League finish
Valencia senior Jake Santos runs the ball in a Foothill League matchup with Hart at Cougar Stadium Friday night. Cory Rubin/The Signal

Rivalry sets stage for Foothill League finish

Valencia is going for its 11th straight Foothill League title and at the start of the season, it seemed like the only team standing in its way was Hart, a group led by quarterback and University of California, Berkeley, commit Zach Johnson.

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Read more about the article UFOs: Unidentified Fridge Objects
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UFOs: Unidentified Fridge Objects

There were other things in there that used to be vegetables, but were now composting at an alarming rate. Is cauliflower better-tasting when it's brown? Are carrots supposed to be as soft to the touch as raw hot dogs? And how can you tell if broccoli has gone bad? It seems to taste the same.

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Read more about the article Calendar of Events: October 27, 2019 to November 9, 2019
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Calendar of Events: October 27, 2019 to November 9, 2019

Come to the Santa Clarita Art Association’s 30th anniversary Art Classic & Gala, beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy music, appetizers, no host bar, and silent auction while viewing the SCAA's finest art judged by acclaimed artist, Julie Snyder.

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Read more about the article A look at the evolution of influencers
Custyomers work on their laptops at Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders in Santa Clarita on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Dan Watson/The Signal

A look at the evolution of influencers

Every year, companies give billions of dollars to “influencers” who promote the companies’ products, typically on their social media accounts. This is known as influencer marketing and makes up the…

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Read more about the article David Hegg | Taking Stock of What Really Matters In Our Lives
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.

David Hegg | Taking Stock of What Really Matters In Our Lives

In the past few years various studies have concluded that multi-tasking is actually inefficient. It seems when we try to concentrate on many things, we end up losing focus on…

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Read more about the article Dianne Van Hook | Scary Part of Financial Aid – Missing Out on Money
Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook holds a "Rosie the Riveter - We CanDo It" lunchbox in the Chancellor's office at College of the Canyons. (Photo by Dan Watson)

Dianne Van Hook | Scary Part of Financial Aid – Missing Out on Money

By Dianne Van Hook Chancellor, College of the Canyons  Some people see college financial aid as something scary. And not because the application period opens in the same month as…

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Read more about the article Hart football deals West Ranch first loss of season
Hart's Drew Munoz (22) and Ashton Thomas (33) celebrate after a touchdown for Hart in the first quarter against West Ranch at Valencia High School on Saturday. Dan Watson/The Signal

Hart football deals West Ranch first loss of season

Hart football handed West Ranch its first loss of the season on Saturday night, beating the Wildcats 28-21 at Valencia High School. Hart’s Ryan Rossi scored the game-winning touchdown with…

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