As we wrap up another year, I find myself reflecting on how extraordinary and eventful 2025 has been for our city. It started surrounded by challenges, with devastating wildfires testing our resilience. The Eaton and Palisades fires destroyed more than 16,000 structures, followed by the Hughes fire...

Imagine the sight of a towering Christmas tree, the warmth of neighbors greeting each other and our city’s premier arts and entertainment district sparkling with the reflection of thousands of brilliant lights. Throughout Old Town Newhall, friends and family gather, bundled in coats and scarves, while...

“There is no death, people die only when we forget them. If you remember me, I will be with you always.” – Isabel Allende Celebrating culture is one of the most meaningful ways we can bring people together, preserve traditions and strengthen our sense of community. In Santa Clarita, we take great...

When you think about the heart of a neighborhood, you often think about its park, the place where kids grow up playing, where families gather for celebrations and where memories are made. One of our communities’ oldest parks, Old Orchard Park, was already a popular gathering space before the city of...

bill mirandaWho hasn’t, at some point in childhood, dreamed of being a cowboy? The romance and ruggedness of the Wild West have been etched into our imaginations for more than a century, from the grainy magic of early silent films to modern-day hits like Yellowstone. Throw in unforgettable classics...

This year’s State of the City will be a truly special celebration, one that brings our community together to honor history, reflect on progress and look toward the future. With the theme “Hart Park: History in Every Frame,” we’re proud to shine the spotlight on William S. Hart Park, now officially...

As summer winds down in the city of Santa Clarita, I hope you and your family had the chance to enjoy the sunshine, take part in our incredible community events, relax on a vacation or spend time outdoors. But now, as backpacks replace beach bags and students return to class, our focus shifts to the...

As Mayor of Santa Clarita, it brings me great pride and excitement to share that William S. Hart Park has officially joined the city’s park system. For generations, Hart Park has been a cornerstone of childhood memories and community traditions. Many of us can remember feeding the animals at the barnyard,...

As we prepare for the city’s Fourth of July Parade, we are reminded of the values that bind us together as a community and as a nation: service, freedom and unity. This year, our Fourth of July parade theme,“Home is Where the Hart Is…Welcome Hart Park!,” beautifully captures that spirit by celebrating...

There are many things that make our city of Santa Clarita so special. One of those is the calendar full of amazing events. We know that it is not truly summer in Santa Clarita, until Concerts in the Park returns to Central Park. This event series brings some of the best tribute bands to the stage for...