What employers should know about 2020 laws
December 1, 2019
Many of the bills Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law will soon be taking effect in 2020, several of which are expected to impact California employers. While a few themes
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Cruzin’ Thru Comics: How a hobby became a business
November 30, 2019
Though John Cruz wasn’t big into comic books as a kid, he certainly is now. So much so that he recently opened Cruzin’ Thru Comics in Canyon Country. “I was
Boston Market replacement remains a mystery
November 27, 2019
Since Santa Clarita’s only Boston Market closed its doors in July, there has been much talk about what will replace it. The storefront, located at 26543 Bouquet Canyon Road, has
Small Business Saturday returns to SCV
November 25, 2019
Small businesses across the Santa Clarita Valley are expected to participate in the 10th annual Small Business Saturday this weekend. “As a ‘Neighborhood Champion,’ the SCV Chamber’s goal is to
T.J. Maxx to replace Bed Bath & Beyond in Canyon Country
November 25, 2019
Another T.J. Maxx is coming to Canyon Country to replace the Bed Bath & Beyond that closed its doors in September, according to city officials. This will be the Santa
Big dreams in Sand Canyon
November 24, 2019
With the formation of successful startup companies, foundations and leadership centers throughout his career, Steve Kim is no stranger to business ventures.
The good and bad of retail store cards
November 23, 2019
Whether it’s a unique window display, big, red sale posters, online advertisement or simply their products, retail stores attract customers in a variety of ways. And to excite shoppers even
Chamber announces 2020 chair and 2021 chair-elect
November 16, 2019
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce recently announced Nancy Starczyk, of Realty Executives, as second-term chair of the board of directors for 2020 and John Vance, of Vance Wealth
VIA luncheon to focus on aerospace
November 16, 2019
The Valley Industry Association’s monthly luncheon is set to discuss the future of aerospace with a special panel discussion Nov. 19. Topics set to be discussed include how the industry
Valencia couple embark on new business venture Timebomb Artworks
November 9, 2019
A Valencia husband-and-wife team are gearing up to launch a small art business, Timebomb Artworks, dealing in custom-made items that range from home decor to clothing. Heath Hanchett, studio grip
Chamber hosts cybersecurity forum
November 9, 2019
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted “Take Control Before It Controls You,” a cybersecurity forum, on Wednesday to help local businesses protect themselves against cyberattacks. With a slate
Country Antique Fair Mall celebrates 40 years
November 8, 2019
Though many small businesses would agree that being the only business in town would be a dream come true, that’s not the case for Country Antique Fair Mall. “In the
Jeff Prang: It’s all about the method
November 4, 2019
A technological dilemma facing the most populous county in the nation was how to take a massive amount of data wedded to an antiquated mainframe, green screen, technologically four-decade behind-the-times
Flying high after all these years
November 3, 2019
With only a handful of planes in the world still running a 28-cylinder R-4360 engine, Dennis Nobile, owner of Sun Air Parts in Valencia, a world-renowned supplier of vintage aircraft
Truths in the workplace
November 2, 2019
Last week, I attended a three-day conference titled “Truth Matters,” which got me thinking about the concept of truth as it pertains to the workplace when we’re living in a
California first state to ban fur sales and production
November 2, 2019
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed Assembly Bill 44 into law, which bans the sale or manufacturing of fur products in California effective Jan. 1, 2023. By doing so, California has
Wilk honors A-1 Party as Small Business of the Month
November 2, 2019
Kim Kurowski has been in the Santa Clarita business community for more than 30 years, and on Tuesday, she was recognized for that commitment. State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita,
Chamber forum tackles cybersecurity for businesses
November 1, 2019
National cybercrime experts are joining the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce for “Take Control Before It Controls You,” a cybersecurity forum, on Wednesday. As cybercrime has become one of
Prepare your home for fire season
November 1, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal While Santa Clarita Valley residents are facing another harsh fire season, it’s never too late to make sure preparations are met to ensure the
Local church donates hygiene kits to L.A. homeless
November 1, 2019
By Raychel Stewart For The Signal The World Mission Society Church of God delivered 1,000 hygiene kits to the homeless population recently at Los Angeles City Hall. The kits included