Read more about the article M & M Fasteners Supply offers support for return of filming, construction growth
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M & M Fasteners Supply offers support for return of filming, construction growth

For years, the Santa Clarita Valley has been a home to feature films, TV shows, commercials and now streaming productions, as the SCV sits in the northern half of the…

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Read more about the article Helping others at work
Business expert Paul Butler points out that great managers look out for the needs of their employees, whereas mediocre ones usually do not — but both set the expectation for their employees. (MC)

Helping others at work

Today — the day after Christmas Day is not just Dec. 26, but for many it’s Boxing Day. It’s often said in England, “Christmas Day is for family and Boxing…

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Read more about the article A look back at what was for 2020, what’s coming in ’21
One of the largest legislative debates for the business community was about AB 5, and what constitutes an employee under the law. Like many issues, due to COVID-19, it’s expected to be an issues in 2021, too. PHOTO COURTESY UBER

A look back at what was for 2020, what’s coming in ’21

‘As the Santa Clarita Valley looks toward the new year with hope and optimism after what, for many, was a most challenging 2020 — and for others, one of the…

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Read more about the article Advice for 2021: Focus on your cash
The way Michael Dell has turned around his cash-conversion cycle sets an example for all business owners to follow, according to Ken Keller. PHOTO COURTESY DELL

Advice for 2021: Focus on your cash

Ken Keller SCVBJ Contributing Writer Cash is the oxygen that allows any organization to run. Its flow provides for choices, because without a steady stream of cash, the company will…

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Read more about the article WiSH Foundation receives $100K donation for needed programs
The WiSH Education Foundation has donated desks, foldable tray tables and chairs to nearly 200 students in need this year. Courtesy

WiSH Foundation receives $100K donation for needed programs

The WiSH Education Foundation received a donation for $100,000 this week from the Steve Y. Kim Foundation, a nonprofit that helps to fund much-needed programs for the underserved and disadvantaged,…

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Read more about the article Los Angeles County reports 6,708 people in hospital for COVID-19
COVID-19. Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

Los Angeles County reports 6,708 people in hospital for COVID-19

Los Angeles County Public Health Department officials said Friday that 6,708 are currently hospitalized with COVID-19, with 20% of those people in the ICU. However, the Los Angeles County Public…

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Read more about the article Greetings with Gratitude hosts Newhall toy giveaway
Saray Juarez, yellow sweater, looks for gifts for family members at a gift giveaway organized by Greetings with Gratitude at the Santa Clarita Community Center in Newhall Friday. December 25, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Greetings with Gratitude hosts Newhall toy giveaway

In an effort to ensure that the families of their local community had a Christmas to celebrate, the volunteers and founders of Greetings with Gratitude held a Newhall toy giveaway…

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Read more about the article Bringing the holidays ‘home’ for the kids at Carousel Ranch
Carousel Ranch was able to keep things safe for the holidays while still bringing the joy of their annual “Santa Day” festivities into the hearts and homes of every student. Courtesy photo.

Bringing the holidays ‘home’ for the kids at Carousel Ranch

News release This is certainly a different type of holiday season and while nothing feels quite the same, Carousel Ranch was able to keep things safe for the holidays while…

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Local first-time author honored with 3 book awards for ‘Come Fill This Place: A Journey in Prayer’

News release During an unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, which brought fear and immense struggle for many in communities worldwide for nearly all of 2020, there is a need for voices to…

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Read more about the article Exciting projects on the horizon in 2021
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Exciting projects on the horizon in 2021

By Ken Striplin City Manager This week not only brings an end to 2020, it also enables us to evaluate progress made under the Santa Clarita 2020 strategic plan. Over…

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