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1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
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SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, March 18,  2014
Tuesday, Mar 18, 2014

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies responded to an apparent heroin overdose in Newhall Tuesday morning. A two-hour National Geographic documentary that focuses on the service of 12 veterans from Charlie Company including Santa Clarita Resident Bill Reynolds premieres next Wednesday. Senator...

Sitting is the New Smoking

That’s right, Google it. You might be shocked at the responses you find when you type in “sitting is the new smoking.”  CBS News in New York (Jan. 20, 2014) and the Los Angeles Times (May 25, 2013) are just two of the news sources you’ll uncover. Our bodies are designed to move. Sitting is to...

Foothill League Track & Field: Week 1 Recap

Brandon Jauregui There were a lot of noteworthy performances last week, as all of the Foothill League schools made their season debuts. The big highlight of the weekend was Glendale College’s Lizzy Nelson, who ripped a huge, and absolutely stunning, all-time best over two laps. Meanwhile, her former...

COC Runners Post Personal Bests in Fullerton

The College of the Canyons track and field teams completed competition at the two-day Ben Brown Invite on Saturday afternoon and saw a handful of athletes turn in some of the best times in the state. Tim White | File photo Sophomore Tim White won the long jump and triple jump in a field of 40 and 28...

COC Golfers Win Another Tournament

The College of the Canyons men’s golf team won its fourth team victory on Monday afternoon as the team hosted the 11-team Canyons Tournament at Crystalaire Country Club. The Cougars carded a 378 at the home tournament to lead the field. Orange Coast came in second place with a 385 and Riverside...

March 20: Absolutely Abby Here to Help You Get Back to Work

This week we have another outstanding special event, a new workshop, tons of resources (as always), and an employment recruitment event. SPECIAL EVENT:  Don’t miss seeing Absolutely Abby live here in Santa Clarita this week as she tours across the U.S. working to get jobseekers back to work.  THURSDAY,...

County Gearing Up to Celebrate Cesar Chavez Week

Cesar Chavez Los Angeles County will be honoring the life and work of Cesar Chavez with County employee volunteer activities the week of March 24. County employees will volunteer in the community at non-profit organizations, and will help with special projects. Activities will include delivering meals...

Manager Named for Tejon Freeway Outlet Mall

Brian P. Hassett [TRC] – The Outlets at Tejon, an upscale outlet retail destination opening in August, announced the selection of Brian P. Hassett to serve as the new center’s General Manager. Hassett brings with him more than 25 years of experience in the retail industry, with ten of those years...

COC Small Business Development Center Training Sched. (3-18-2014)

How to Do Business with the Government Congressman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon Presents:  “How To Do Business With The Government”. Discover the answers to some of your most pertinent questions: What is a bond and why do I need one? What certification...

City Announces SCV Dodger Day

It’s time for Dodger baseball and the City of Santa Clarita invites residents to cheer on the boys in blue as they take on the Colorado Rockies at the 37th annual Santa Clarita Valley Dodger Day on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Like Clayton Kershaw’s fastball, tickets are going fast so be sure to...

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The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of ‘The Fantasticks’ Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
Starting January 1, 2026, Santa Clarita Transit is launching Fare Capping, meaning once riders hit the daily or weekly cap, the rest of their local rides are free.
Santa Clarita Transit Launches Fare Capping Beginning January 2026
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