Paul Butler | Workplace Culture
February 10, 2024
Are you a thermometer or a thermostat at work? Let me rephrase: Do you only observe a workplace culture, or do you influence and adjust it? Certainly, just as a
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AT&T seeks to shed landline obligations
February 8, 2024
After more than 140 years, Ma Bell — or, rather, Ma Bell’s successor — is looking to move on from landline service in most of California, and nearly all
VIA gears up for Active Shooter Preparedness Update luncheon
February 8, 2024
The Valley Industry Association Active Shooter Preparedness Update luncheon is scheduled to provide discussions regarding community safety and preparedness at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 11:45
Residents question county Public Health report on Chiquita Canyon
February 7, 2024
A consultant hired by L.A. County Public Health shared his firm’s report Wednesday on its study of air quality samples taken in and around Chiquita Canyon Landfill. The information on
Budget uncertainty prompts layoffs at JPL
February 7, 2024
The director of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena this week shared bad news with her team regarding layoffs being forced upon the rocket science facility and its contractors. The
SCV Chamber Awards and Installation Dinner recognizes local leaders for 101st year
February 6, 2024
Award recipients and business representatives from throughout the Santa Clarita Valley attended the SCV Chamber of Commerce 2024 Awards and Installation dinner at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, marking the chamber’s
Developer floats multi-unit plan for Friendly Valley
February 6, 2024
The city of Santa Clarita received a preliminary proposal in January for a 60-unit housing project on a nearly 2-acre plot of land in Friendly Valley, according to information received
County announces meeting over health impacts for Chiquita Canyon
February 6, 2024
The L.A. County Department of Public Health announced a public meeting Wednesday regarding the pending release of its report on the potential health impacts of Chiquita Canyon Landfill for
Centennial, mum on plans, shares glimpse of mall vision
February 5, 2024
While the city has identified this spring as the first public discussion for the future of the Town Center Specific Plan, on Thursday, Centennial, the Dallas-based developer that owns the
Swap meet, speedway could be nearing final laps
February 5, 2024
The owner of the Saugus Swap Meet refuted online reports Monday that the longtime flea market in the center of town is scheduled to shut down at the end of
VITA to offer free tax preparation services
February 5, 2024
News release The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program at College of the Canyons will be offering free tax preparation services to individuals who made less than $67,000 in 2023, persons with
Kaiser Permanente mum on Tourney Road deal
February 3, 2024
A representative for Kaiser Permanente declined to comment Thursday on the news of its acquisition this month of a building between its two existing facilities on Tourney Road. The building
Paul Butler | The Human Service Variable
February 3, 2024
Lord willing, my wife and I plan to complete a half-marathon in every state. We recently traveled to Austin for No. 12. What struck us most about Texas wasn’t the
H2scan’s expansion celebration, Garcia tours facility
February 2, 2024
H2scan Advanced Hydrogen Sensing celebrated the expansion of the business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week, as company President/CEO David Meyers welcomed Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Santa Clarita, to mark the
Canyon Country residents say it’s time to change clock tower
January 31, 2024
A number of residents expressed concern in March, when The Signal first reported a Starbucks expansion into a well-traversed east-side intersection with a longstanding feature some referred to as a landmark
SCV Water launches Water Champions program to support business community
January 29, 2024
News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency recently launched its Water Champions program, which focuses on supporting businesses within the SCV Water service area by providing programs and
Paul Butler | Reflections on retirement
January 27, 2024
The word “retirement” keeps popping up. In most of my social and business circles, either someone has, or soon will be, retiring, and often, I’m asked of my plans. Lord
City planners share preview of upcoming developments
January 26, 2024
City officials shared a sneak peek at what is expected to be in front of the five-person Santa Clarita Planning Commission as it deliberates on development over the next few
SCV Chamber shares employment law update
January 26, 2024
An employment law expert said there wasn’t much good news for most California business owners, based on the legislative changes taking effect Jan. 1, but some employees might appreciate them.
‘Get Real: Adulting 101’ returns, JCI’s free financial education for students
January 26, 2024
News release Junior Chamber International of Santa Clarita has announced the return of Get Real: Adulting 101, a fun and interactive financial education simulation for high school juniors and seniors.