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Juanita Rojas has had a common goal with all her students throughout her three-decade teaching career. She wants to help her students form a “sense of belonging,” she said.  “Sometimes some of these kids come to school, day in and day out, and they still don’t feel connected,” she added.  On a Thursday morning, over 20 Golden Valley High School students made up of diverse backgrounds, ranging from freshmen to seniors, began to tap their feet in unison onto the polished wooden floor while Mexican music played in the background. The students were dancing ballet folklorico, a cultural dance that originated in…

The Sand Canyon Country Club welcomed many furry friends at the Titania K9 Fund’s 8th annual fundraiser with the theme of “Wanted: Wild West Gala” on Sunday afternoon to raise funds for the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles dog therapy program.  Titania K9 Fund Founders Denise and Mark Kane hold superhero Titania and her sidekick pooch K9 which symbolizes the superhero spirit inside children facing illness and injury during the Wanted Wild West Gala, a fundraiser to support the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles therapy dog program on Sunday. 092924 Katherine Quezada/The SignalTitania K9 Fund committee member, Denise Kane, said that her daughter,…

Dogs and dog owners were invited to the American Cancer Society’s “Bark for Life,” fundraiser on Sunday morning at the Canyon Country Community Center put on by Relay for Life.  Local resident Claribel Diaz said she and her partner were taking their usual morning walk with their two dogs, Simon and Theodore, when they noticed the setup for the fundraiser. She said they asked if they could join in and were welcomed immediately. “We just lingered around and we’re enjoying events here,” said Diaz.  Kathleen Pavard, event organizer, said that the American Cancer Society hosts two big local events in the year. The…

Share Share Share Share Email Ever seen it on those important occasions how someone whips out the champagne sabers? It’s like something from a big movie scene: light gleaming on stainless steel, and voilà!-in one second, whoosh!-and out soars the cork around the room, as if summoned by some kind of invisible force. The bubbly liquor cascades forth, unbroken. Like the exclamation point on an already huge day, putting shine to the gold of the moment. The tradition leaped, as it were, at one bound lightly upon the stage of rejoicing today. Why the saber, then? Tradition has it that…

Share Share Share Share Email In the vast and ever-evolving digital landscape, choosing the right Content Management System (CMS) is crucial for establishing a successful online presence. Among the myriad of options available, WordPress stands out as the undisputed leader, powering over 40% of all websites on the internet as of 2025. This dominance is not by chance; WordPress offers a unique combination of flexibility, ease of use, and robust functionality that caters to a diverse range of users, from bloggers and small businesses to large enterprises and e-commerce giants. In this article, we explore the factors that contribute to WordPress’s dominance…

Share Share Share Share Email “Community engagement is the cornerstone of a thriving society.” This statement is more than just words—it’s a call to action. Without the involvement of community members, it can be challenging to build public trust and ensure effective civic engagement. You can achieve this by focusing on a few key strategies that bring people together and empower them to take initiative in their local environments. Organizing town hall meetings can be a great way to encourage public participation. These gatherings allow you to listen to the community, share updates, and brainstorm ideas. Having an open forum…

First-time homebuyers face a complex market with rising costs, changing interest rates, and housing trends. Buyers should approach the process with clear goals and informed decisions to succeed. Smart strategies like understanding financing options, researching neighborhoods, and preparing for hidden costs can help position buyers for success. Entering the housing market as a first-time buyer can seem overwhelming, but with strategic planning, you can make the experience smooth and rewarding. From setting your budget to exploring homes for sale in San Francisco, your decision is critical in your journey. To find the perfect property and secure your investment, be prepared by…

An early-morning fire in a commercial center destroyed the Yoshinoya fast food location at the intersection of Soledad Canyon Road and Sierra Highway on Wednesday morning. L.A. County firefighters were dispatched to strip mall in response to a report of a structure fire at 3:44 a.m. and upon arrival they found smoke and fire coming from the roof of the Yoshinoya building, according to Battalion Chief Travis Wilson.  “The fire was completely involved in the structure, which resulted in a total loss of the structure,” he said.   David Chung, the owner of Yoshinoya, watches firefighters assess the building after a fire caused the…

Share Share Share Share Email Project Liberty, an internet advocacy group led by Frank McCourt, declared on Thursday that it had offered to purchase the social networking platform from ByteDance, a Chinese technology company. TakeAway Points: An offer has been made by Project Liberty to purchase TikTok from ByteDance prior to its prohibition on January 19. The social media platform would be owned by the United States as a result of the planned transaction. However,  ByteDance has repeatedly refused to sell TikTok and appealed the legislation on First Amendment grounds. Arguments in TikTok’s appeal of the ban will be heard…

The Apple Sports app is now available to users in Mexico.Apple recently updated the app with new content from the annual English pre-season starter FA Community Shield. The game will be played between the FA Cup winners and current Premier League champions. This year, it’s the Crystal Palace versus the Liverpool Football Club, and it will be held in London at Wembley Stadium on August 10. The new version also sees the app in Mexico, joining Canada, the United Kingdom, and the US. Apple Sports users in Mexico will now be able to watch Liga MX and follow the MLS…