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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo


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SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Tuesday, Apr 3, 2012

In this episode: Nonprofit SAFE launches online petition to block the Cemex mining project in Soledad Canyon; Blown tire causes car to plunge down embankment, igniting fire and killing the driver. Plus: City of Santa Clarita cuts red ribbon opening extension of Newhall Metrolink parking lot and recreational...

Quon of Saugus Makes Cut in D.C. Science Video Competition

Cameron Quon, a student producer for Saugus High School’s in-house Saugus News Network, has been selected as a finalist in a national science-themed video competition. The 17-year-old’s entry, “Solar Power: Saving With Solar,” is one  of 20 videos selected out of more than 260...

Academy Acquires Historic Wanamaker Movie Photo Collection

[AMPAS] – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has acquired more than 70,000 photographs from the Bison Archives, the private collection of renowned film historian Marc Wanamaker, Academy COO Ric Robertson announced Thursday. The images document nearly every facet of film production...

‘Birds’ Babe Backs Buck Bill to Ban Big Cat Cruelty (Video)

Movie star Tippi Hedren (“The Birds,” “Marnie”) is still the main attraction at any event involving her Shambala Preserve in Acton despite the mane attraction of the 50 big cats she has rescued. On Monday she was promoting nascent federal legislation – that she influenced...

City Expands Newhall Metrolink Parking

Finding a parking space just got a little easier for commuters who board the train in Newhall. With the help of a $950,000 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant, 96 parking spaces have been added to the parking lot behind the Metrolink station on the corner of Market Street and Railroad Avenue. “It’s...

April 4: Lazy Dog Raising Funds for Family of Beloved Bartender

Ian Long There’s some woeful howling going on at the Lazy Dog Café at the Westfield Valencia Town Center, mourning the loss of beloved bartender Ian Long, who died in his sleep Saturday night. Long had worked at the popular café since its opening a few years ago and was a favorite of many customers....

[HMNMH] – If you enjoy fashions and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, please join the Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Home Tour League for its 2012 membership luncheon and fashion show at The Vines Restaurant Hyatt Regency, 11:30 to 1 p.m. in Valencia on May 1. Home Tour President Jo...

CalArts Names New VP of Finance

Donald Matthewson [CalArts] – Steven D. Lavine, President of California Institute of the Arts, is pleased to announce that after an extensive national search, Donald Matthewson has been appointed CalArts’ new Vice President-Chief Financial Officer and will join the Institute on April 30, 2012....

The Master’s College baseball team built an early lead and beat the Azusa Pacific, the fifth ranked team in the NAIA. The Mustangs won the game, 5-3, and had a 4-0 lead after four innings. Steve Karkenny drove in two runs for The Master’s College. Mustangs starter James Scott gave up only one run...

College of the Canyons and the Southern California Valley Association for the Education of Young Children will cap off the nationally celebrated Week of the Young Child by hosting a free “Play Day” of fun and developmentally appropriate activities for all children to enjoy. The goal of the College...

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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
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
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
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
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
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
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
Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way to back to Santa Clarita, y’all. 
May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita
State Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger honor the memory of those lost 109 years ago in Armenian Genocide. 
Barger, Wilk Recognize Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
The Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps is excited to announce the inaugural Donut Day event.
June 7: Salvation Army SCV Announces Inaugural Donut Day Event
The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation has approved $370,000 in funding to support the Vet@ThePark program operated by the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control.
LAC Animal Care Foundation Provides $370K Grant to Support Vet@ThePark
The California Department of Public Health is encouraging Californians to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27.
CDPH Urges Californians to Support Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion, introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Board Chair Lindsey P. Horvath, proclaiming May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Los Angeles County.
Supes Proclaim May as Mental Health Awareness Month
The Grammy-award winning rock ‘n’ roll group Blues Traveler will take the stage of the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. May 9. 
May 9: Blues Traveler to Perform at PAC
1962 - SCV residents vote to connect to State Water Project, creating Castaic Lake Water Agency (now part of SCV Water) [story]
Castaic Lake
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