Paul Butler | Timeless Manners in a Changing Workplace
April 26, 2025
The world of work hasn’t changed as much as some people may think—at least not in the 35 years I’ve been working across various parts of the world. Technology, of
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Pacifica closure leaves questions
April 25, 2025
All evicted residents have relocated, 1 week ahead of deadline Los Angeles County officials confirmed Friday that all residents have been transferred from Santa Clarita Hills Senior Living, one week
Consumer sentiment weakens amid rising inflation expectations
April 25, 2025
By Andrew Moran Contributing Writer Intensifying economic and inflation concerns continued to weigh on U.S. consumer sentiment amid trade-related uncertainty. The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, released on Friday, weakened
Valencia by FivePoint reps share development updates with VIA
April 25, 2025
Representatives from Valencia by FivePoint spoke to a room full of business leaders last week at College of the Canyons in Valencia about their growing community — what they’ve done
Park Sierra owner gets $168M refi
April 23, 2025
The owner of Park Sierra, part of a community of multifamily units in Canyon Country known as “Jakes Way,” recently announced a $168 million loan for the 776-unit Class B
White House: Potential China trade deal ‘moving in right direction’
April 22, 2025
By Andrew Moran Contributing Writer The White House is optimistic about a potential trade deal with China. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters at a Tuesday press briefing that
A 45-year ‘family’ reunion at the Golden Arches
April 21, 2025
What started out as just a job for a group of teenagers at the “Golden Arches” turned into a lifelong bond for a group of adults – 45 years later.
Paul Butler | Consistent Service: The Quiet Competitive Advantage
April 19, 2025
This past weekend, I was playing an old album from one of my favorite musical artists — Van Morrison. One of the songs is called “Coney Island,” and it ends
NAHB: Home builder confidence improves slightly
April 18, 2025
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer U.S. builder confidence for newly built single-family homes rose this month but continued to be in the negative domain amid concerns about tariffs and rising raw
Eastside project to abandon rentals for condos
April 16, 2025
A statewide push for millions more homes notwithstanding, market forces and Sacramento policy were brought up several times Tuesday at Santa Clarita City Hall as the problems that plagued a
Trump says he’s joining tariff talks with Japanese officials
April 16, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer President Donald Trump said he would join his Treasury and Commerce secretaries on trade negotiations with Japanese officials on Wednesday, after his tariff announcements have prompted
Newsom takes on Trump, sues over tariffs
April 16, 2025
By Alexei Koseff CalMatters Writer With California’s budget hanging precariously in the balance, Gov. Gavin Newsom filed a lawsuit Wednesday seeking to block President Donald Trump’s tariff powers. The lawsuit, which
China raises tariffs on US Imports to 125%
April 11, 2025
By Owen Evans Contributing Writer Beijing announced on Friday it will increase tariffs on U.S. imports from 84% to 125%, in retaliation against the U.S. decision to hike duties on Chinese
SCV Water wins awards for PR
April 11, 2025
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency received three awards from the California Association of Public Information Officials at an awards luncheon on April 2. In addition to
Vance Wealth announces ownership additions
April 11, 2025
News release Vance Wealth, a financial planning firm headquartered in Santa Clarita, has announced the transition of ownership to three long-time internal leaders. Vice Presidents Jerrod Ferguson and Tyler Tilton,
Comment period ending soon for Golden Valley project
April 10, 2025
The 30-day public-review period for a 146-acre project with 300 homes and about 34 acres of commercial space off Golden Valley Road, near the Santa Clarita Sports Complex, is ending
Bank data: Consumer spending holds firm amid tariff pressures
April 10, 2025
By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer U.S. consumer spending continued to show resilience in March, bolstered by higher-income households and targeted spending ahead of possible price hikes linked to the Trump administration’s
Yes I Can highlights career opportunities during World Autism Month
April 9, 2025
News release As World Autism Month is observed in April, Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a Santa Clarita Valley-based nonprofit organization that provides career-skills training and employment
China to be hit with 104% tariffs; US in talks with top partners
April 8, 2025
Compiled from news service reports President Donald Trump’s additional 50% on China takes effect on Wednesday at 12:01 a.m., White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters. The president on
Senior home makes appearance in bankruptcy court
April 7, 2025
Two active wage-fraud claims, a wrongful termination suit, a recently settled wrongful-death lawsuit and two pending elder-abuse complaints are among the legal problems facing a local senior living home. Legal