SB 1274 Puts Santa Fe Springs’ Industrial Economy on the State’s Map
New state law recognizes the unique needs of California’s industrial cities and strengthens the foundation for future advocacy Santa Fe Springs has long been an economic engine for the Southeast Los Angeles County region. Now, a new California law formally recognizes what local businesses, workers and community leaders have known for years: Santa Fe Springs is an industrial city with an economic footprint that extends well beyond its residential population. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1274
PIH Health Good Samaritan Earns National Rehabilitation Recognition
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Acute Rehabilitation Unit has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2026, ranking #10 in the State of California. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. “This recognition reflects the exceptional dedication, expertise, and teamwork of our nursing and rehabilitation teams,” said PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Chief Operating Officer
A Year After Uniting, the BIG 4 Cities Deliver Their First Joint Economic Development Deal
A year ago, Commerce, City of Industry, Santa Fe Springs, and Vernon were four adjoining Los Angeles County cities that competed against one another for the same industrial employers. In October 2025, they formalized a different approach: the BIG 4, a coalition built to pursue investment as one region rather than four competitors. Today, the alliance points to its first completed deal. Juanita's Foods, the 80-year-old maker of the No. 1 brand of Mexican-style menudo and pozole in the United States, will
Santa Fe Springs to Welcome the World at the 2027 Rose Parade® with “Bienvenidos a Nuestra Comunidad
Award-winning City returns with live performance by internationally acclaimed Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán and traditional folklórico dancers. The City of Santa Fe Springs will return to Pasadena on January 1, 2027, with “Bienvenidos a Nuestra Comunidad,” a vibrant Rose Parade® entry celebrating Mexican culture through live mariachi music, traditional folklórico dance, floral artistry, and the welcoming spirit of community. Designed in response to the 2027 Rose Parade presented by Honda theme, “Welcome,” the
PIH Health Awarded NRC Health Consumer Loyalty Award
PIH Health Whittier Hospital has been awarded the 2026 NRC Health Consumer Loyalty Award which recognizes the top 10 NRC Health partner hospitals that have earned both a strong brand reputation and high patient willingness-to-recommend scores. This honor celebrates organizations that consistently meet or exceed both patient and consumer expectations. The Consumer Loyalty Award recognizes the top 10 “Gold Standard” NRC Health partner hospitals, which have strong brand image and reputation and high Centers
MEMBERSHIP 101: SHARE YOUR BUSINESS NEWS WITH THE COMMUNITY
Santa Fe Springs Chamber of Commerce members have a valuable opportunity to share their business news, announcements, and accomplishments with the local business community through the Chamber’s Member Information Center (MIC). As part of their membership benefits, members can submit press releases directly through the MIC for consideration for publication in the Chamber’s bi-monthly eNewsletter and, when appropriate, the Chamber’s quarterly print newspaper. Whether your business is celebrating a
City of Santa Fe Springs to Host 2026 State of the City Address
The City of Santa Fe Springs invites local businesses, community leaders, residents, and guests to attend the 2026 State of the City Address, featuring Mayor Joe Angel Zamora. The annual event will be held on Wednesday, September 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Town Center Hall, 11740 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs. The State of the City Address provides an opportunity to hear directly from Mayor Zamora about the City of Santa Fe Springs, including current priorities, community initiatives,
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Unlocking Free Government-Funded Executive Consulting Through the SBDC
As a business owner, hiring an outside agency or private consultant to audit your financials, fix your marketing funnel, or map out an expansion can easily cost thousands of dollars. Fortunately, you can bypass those costs entirely by utilizing a powerful resource right in our backyard: the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the SBDC provides 100% free, confidential, one-on-one business consulting to help both startups and established
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