Landscape Development Inc. makes new acquisition with Chateau Landscape Inc.
September 15, 2018
Landscape Development Inc. just became one of the largest maintenance contractors in Southern California.
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Robert Patrick, Terminator 2 actor, becomes co-owner of Santa Clarita Harley-Davidson
September 15, 2018
Robert Patrick, best known as “Terminator 2” antagonist T-1000, doesn’t just ride motorcycles on movies and television shows, like “Scorpion.” He rides his Harley-Davidson Low Rider S every chance he
Lions Club welcomes Castaic, SCV communities for weekend barbecue
September 14, 2018
The Lions Club brought community members together with its past and present club members Saturday with a barbecue dinner in Castaic.
T.J. Maxx opens doors Sept. 16 at The Promenade Town Center
September 7, 2018
After months of anticipation, T.J. Maxx will be opening its location at The Promenade at Town Center on Sept. 16, a spokesperson of the fashion and accessory store confirmed Thursday.
Going the extra mile: Mission drift
September 7, 2018
Within organizational development, you’ll often hear the phrase “mission creep” — this is when an organization broadens its focus beyond its original purpose, and as a result, dilutes its core
Property tax postponement applications now available
September 7, 2018
Applications for property tax deferment for the 2018-19 tax year are now available, the state Controller’s Office announced Tuesday. California Property Tax Postponement, administered by Controller Betty T. Yee,
Paul Butler: Worth more than 9 cents
September 1, 2018
To help get our children through college without debt, my wife, Gaynor, and I took on part-time jobs to help pay for college. I teach college on a Monday in
Reinventing engagement through camera technology
August 31, 2018
Valencia resident Tamer Abdel grew tired of hearing, “Use our hashtag,” and “Tag us on your posts,” during social events — and then realizing only one or two people had
SCV Chamber releases annual Business Guide
August 31, 2018
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, representing more than 55,000 member employees, today announced the distribution of its 2018-19 SCV Business & Community Guide, which is being mailed direct
Paul Butler: EQ trumps IQ
August 25, 2018
Last week, I conducted a pre-consultation with a new client for our company, Newleaf Training and Development. It would be inappropriate to name the client — to provide context though,
New Valencia store looks to connect kids with real-world play
August 24, 2018
Abel Aguilar, 3, stacked as many toy animals as he could on a small wooden boat, smiling as his animal tower grew taller and taller. Some toddlers beside him painted
Stuart Waldman: A new roadblock for the economy and the environment
August 19, 2018
California is one of the most environmentally progressive states in the country. Too often though, our elected officials have tried to achieve environmental progress through policies that come at the
Paul Butler: Travel lessons for the workplace
August 18, 2018
Last week, I traveled to the other side of the country to facilitate a leadership retreat for a client. During the long journey, I had three experiences that turned
Urban Home faces closure; Bonefish Grill closes doors
August 13, 2018
The choices are changing in Valencia for mall shoppers, store officials confirmed Tuesday. While many regulars have already noticed the closure of Bonefish Grill, a recent announcement about Urban Home’s
SCV Chamber, Mercedes Benz to mix it up Wednesday
August 13, 2018
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting another of its monthly mixers next week, looking to once again create a networking opportunity for local businesses. “It’s a really
Paul Butler: Five types of co-workers
August 11, 2018
My wife and I recently went to watch the movie, “Christopher Robin,” based on A.A. Milne’s book, “Winnie-the-Pooh.” It’s a beautifully, winsome tale about a little boy and his fictional
Butler: The four dimensions in the workplace
August 4, 2018
I mainly go to the gym because I like food. I find that if I don’t go the gym, I become a bigger version of myself, but not in a
Valencia landscapers are growing their operations across the region
August 4, 2018
Valencia-based Landscape Development Inc., one of California’s leading landscaping companies, is in expansion mode for the latter half of 2018.
Spectrum team involved in several significant transactions in SCV
August 4, 2018
After more than 15 years with NAI Capital, Yair Haimoff and his team have struck out on their own and have already made a big impact in the Santa Clarita
Four Questions: Rich Szerman, Alta Realty Group CA
August 3, 2018
RICH SZERMAN Broker, Alta Realty Group CA For nearly three decades, Rich Szerman has dedicated his professional career to real estate, especially focused now on ensuring people can stay in