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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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SCV NewsBreak for Monday, Oct. 17, 2011
Monday, Oct 17, 2011

In this episode: Wrong-way driver from Saugus is killed in head-on collision on Highway 126 at Castaic Creek (Note: CHP initially reported that a tire blowout precipitated the crash, which was incorrect); City officials plan to close a loophole that allowed an auto repair shop to relocate on Main Street;...

Wrong-Way Driver from Saugus Dies on Hwy 126

Trash truck's front axle appears to have cracked off and the vehicle is leaking fuel onto Highway 126. A wrong-way driver died Monday afternoon in a head-on collision on State Route 126, about one-half mile west of Commerce Center Drive. The driver was identified as Douglas James Parry, 57, of Saugus. His...

Broadside Collision in Decoro, Copper Hill Intersection

Photo by Elliott Cohen for SCVNews.com A two-car collision was reported Monday at 4:51 p.m. in the intersection of Copper Hill Drive and Decoro Drive in Valencia. The collision involved a white Ford Expedition which appeared to have broadsided a four-door Honda Civic. Lt. Tom Bryski of the SCV Sheriff’s...

City Plans to Tighten Ban on Main Street Auto Shops

Santa Clarita officials are considering tightening the rules that ban auto repair shops from Newhall’s revitalized Main Street, after one such shop took a quarter-million dollars from the city to move away and then exploited a loophole in the city code book to move right across the street. In November...

Zimmer, Ex-Newhall Land, Joins Real Estate Law Firm

Steve Zimmer Former Newhall Land Executive Vice President Steven D. Zimmer has joined the real estate and business law firm of Gilchrist & Rutter PC. Prior to his retirement in June, Zimmer led the team developing the Newhall Ranch Specific Plan, beginning in late May 1999. During Zimmer’s...

SCV Deputies Honored for Service to Film Companies

Deputy Velek and Sergeant Olfert receive their awards Sunday. Five Santa Clarita sheriff’s deputies were named winners in the “Public Employee of the Year – County” category at the 17th annual California on Location Awards ceremony Sunday evening at the Millennium Biltmore hotel in Los...

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will consider two last-minute motions Tuesday focusing on Sheriff Lee Baca’s handling of the county jail system. A motion by Supervisor Gloria Molina calls for the immediate implementation of a dozen recommendations made recently by the board’s...

The Hart School District is bringing its third free online drug awareness seminar for parents and the community on Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. as part of the Hart District’s Comprehensive Alcohol and Drug Reduction and Education program. The webinar, titled “Marijuana and its impact...

Nov. 19: Saugus High Dance Team to Host Clinic

The Saugus High School Dance Team is already off to a great start this year.  They spent the summer getting to know their new teammates and participating in several fun activities culminating in some enthusiastic work on their skills at the USA Elite Plus Summer Camp where Captain, Megan Stokes, placed...

The Santa Clarita Activities Center will be the venue for a community job fair Thursday, Oct. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hosted by Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, the city of Santa Clarita and the county Department of Public and Social Services, the fair is geared toward foster youth...

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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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