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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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Jan. 18: 2024 California Employment Law Update
Jan. 18: 2024 California Employment Law Update
Wednesday, Jan 3, 2024

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Employment Law Update is returning for 2024. Join Brian Koegle, Partner at Greenspoon Marder LLP, for a comprehensive update on developments in employment law that will be most impactful for your business in the coming year. This important update will be held...

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Jan. 18: SCV Chamber’s 2024 Employment Law Update
Jan. 18: SCV Chamber’s 2024 Employment Law Update
Monday, Dec 11, 2023

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced Monday its annual 2024 Employment Law Update is scheduled for the afternoon of Thursday, Jan. 18, at College of the Canyons University Center. The Chamber has the pleasure of welcoming back Brian Koegle from Greenspoon Marder LLP, as he sheds light...

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2022 Santa Clarita Man, Woman of the Year Announced
2022 Santa Clarita Man, Woman of the Year Announced
Monday, May 9, 2022

The 2022 Santa Clarita Man and Woman of the year have been announced. Brian Koegle and Julie Sturgeon were named the winners of the yearly award Friday, May 6. About Brian Koegle  Brian Koegle is a partner in the employment and labor law department of Poole, Shaffrey & Koegle, L.L.P. After attending...

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SCV Chamber Offers 2022 Employment Law Update
SCV Chamber Offers 2022 Employment Law Update
Friday, Jan 7, 2022

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce will offer area businesses an updated look at employment laws impacting the business community in 2022. Titled “Be Afraid, Be VERY Afraid,” the seminar will be held March 7 at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia, 91355. Presented...

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SCV Business Leaders to Buy Lunch, Coffee for Henry Mayo Healthcare Heroes
SCV Business Leaders to Buy Lunch, Coffee for Henry Mayo Healthcare Heroes
Monday, May 11, 2020

Four Santa Clarita Valley business leaders will show their gratitude for the heroic front-line healthcare heroes at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital by picking up the tab for lunch on Tuesday, May 12, and providing free coffee all day Thursday, May 14 – National Hospital Day. Putting their heads, hearts...

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May 1 Chancellor’s Circle Business Briefing: ‘Human Resources Strategies During COVID-19’
May 1 Chancellor’s Circle Business Briefing: ‘Human Resources Strategies During COVID-19’
Monday, Apr 27, 2020

The Chancellor’s Circle will discuss “Human Resources Strategies During COVID-19” in a virtual Business Briefing on Friday, May 1, starting at 10:00 a.m. The event is hosted by the College of the Canyons Foundation and sponsored by the Valley Industry Association. The meeting will feature...

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Chamber Files Legal Challenge to AB 51
Chamber Files Legal Challenge to AB 51
Monday, Dec 16, 2019

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, with the help of a coalition of businesses and led by the California Chamber of Commerce, has filed legal challenge to Assembly Bill 51, aka AB 51. Signed into law by California Gov. Gavin Newsom in October, AB 51 prohibits arbitration with respect to workers, ensuring that...

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Poole & Shaffrey Add Partner Koegle to Law Firm’s Name
Poole & Shaffrey Add Partner Koegle to Law Firm’s Name
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2019

For the first time since the Santa Clarita-based firm was founded in 1998, a third partner’s name is becoming part of the official name of the firm as Poole & Shaffery becomes Poole Shaffery & Koegle, LLP. “I’m honored to have my name appear next to those of David Poole and John Shaffery,...

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Minimum Wage Increases a Hot Topic at SCV Forum
Minimum Wage Increases a Hot Topic at SCV Forum
Sunday, Aug 5, 2018

By Allison Needham, SCVEDC Business leaders and HR professionals from a wide diversity of industry sectors gathered last week for a Minimum Wage Forum sponsored by Poole and Shaffery, LLP and hosted by the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation at College of the Canyons. Brian Koegle,...

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Feb. 20: VIA Luncheon, 2018 Employment Law Update
Feb. 20: VIA Luncheon, 2018 Employment Law Update
Friday, Jan 19, 2018

Be afraid. Be very afraid. Your business can’t afford to ignore California employment laws and risk catastrophic results. Attorneys Brian Koegle and David Poole of Santa Clarita Valley law firm Poole & Shaffery, LLP will provide insight on legal matters affecting California businesses at the...

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May 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School
In the Roaring ’20s in the big city, if there’s enough “razzle dazzle,” you just might get away with murder. That’s the premise of the hit musical “Chicago,” which has enjoyed success for nearly 50 years, and was based on true-crime stories of a century ago.
May 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School
May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public
California Institute of the Arts will present the annual CalArts Expo on Saturday, May 2. The Expo is an institute-wide event featuring interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community, ranging from current students to internationally renowned faculty and alumni creators.
May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public
Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase
Blue Heat, the Saugus High School show choir team, ended its competition season on April 12 with a first-place finish in the mixed division Tier IV at John Burroughs Music Showcase 2024 held in Burbank. The team also won the awards for Best Musicianship and Best Showmanship.
Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase
CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event
Against a backdrop of cinematic magic at Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Burbank, California Institute of the Arts honored the transformative power that philanthropy has had in nurturing the dreams of CalArts students.
CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
Today in SCV History (April 26)
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
Today in SCV History (April 25)
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
Ocean Water Warning for April 24
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for April 24
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