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Paul Butler | Coming to America 

This October marks 25 years since we first moved to the United States and   I’ve been reminiscing about those early days, and two distinct memories are stuck in my mind. They stand out as key differences between the

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Walsma appointed to HMNH board of directors 

News release  Dr. Kelly Walsma, who is board certified in critical care, pulmonary and neurocritical care medicine, was recently appointed to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital board of directors, the hospital announced in a news release. 

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Chamber announces WorkWell focus: The Power of Sleep 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced that the inaugural WorkWell: The Business Performance Summit, taking place on May 14 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., will focus on one of the most overlooked drivers of performance: sleep.  Under this year’s theme, “The Power of

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United Arab Emirates to leave OPEC next month 

By Andrew Moran Contributing Writer  The United Arab Emirates has said it is leaving OPEC and the broader alliance.  “This decision follows a comprehensive review of the UAE’s production policy and its

Saugus Cafe lawsuit returns to LA County courthouse 

A federal judge ruled that a family claiming it’s getting cheated out of its restaurant business can pursue its lawsuit in L.A. County Superior Court, in a motion issued Friday.  An ongoing dispute between the

Chamber hosts panel discussion for small businesses 

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce held its “Master Your Money: Small Business Financials Made Simple” panel discussion on Thursday at the Dog Haus restaurant in Canyon Country.   Panelists Bronson Feuer of

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Paul Butler | Winning the Workplace League 

As a recovering accountant, one phrase senior leaders often say as a toast (which makes me chuckle) — usually with a glass held high — is, “People truly are our greatest asset.” While this statement will bring those who work in Human

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Paul Butler | Service Is a Choice 

The first time we came to America was in the summer of 2001. We spent two weeks at Disney World in Florida. Our daughter, Brodie, was about 5, and our son,

Adalyn Rodriguez, 7, fills her free Slurpee cup with the Piña Colada flavor for National 7-Eleven Day at the Valencia location on Newhall Ranch Road on Monday, July 11, 2022. Chris Torres/The Signal

7-Eleven plans to close 645 locations in North America 

By Bill Pan Contributing Writer   Convenience store giant 7-Eleven is set to close hundreds of locations across North America during its current fiscal year.  In its fourth-quarter earnings report released on April

“The Daily Buzz” celebrated its 100th episode on Tuesday. Pictured, from left: Director Billy Carmichel, co-host Martha Aguilera, Executive Producer Richard Budman (Signal publisher and owner), host Joe Messina, Director Mark Mosley and Director Sean Miller. “The Daily Buzz” is the weekday morning show that runs 6-9 a.m. on The Buzz, The Signal’s streaming channel, which is available at buzzscv.com as well as streaming platforms including Roku and Apple TV. Staff photo.

‘Daily Buzz’ celebrates its 100th 

“The Daily Buzz” celebrated its 100th episode on Tuesday. Pictured, from left: Director Billy Carmichel, co-host Martha Aguilera, Executive Producer Richard Budman (Signal publisher and owner), host Joe Messina, Director Mark Mosley and Director Sean Miller. “The Daily Buzz”

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Paul Butler | Membership Lessons at Work 

Many entrepreneurs and employees choose, at some stage, to invest their personal time and financial resources into professional organizations. These trade associations are usually led by a full-time executive director and, if they are economically able, will often have a