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1962 - Valleywide brush fire consumes Gene Autry's Melody Ranch movie town in Placerita Canyon [story]
Melody Ranch on fire


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Volunteer Registration Still Open for Annual River Rally
Wednesday, Sep 6, 2023

Volunteer registration is now open for the 28th Annual River Rally Cleanup and Environmental Expo scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This year’s River Rally will be held at the Newhall Community Center where volunteers will clean a portion of the Santa Clara Riverbed near...

Two Productions Currently Filming in Santa Clarita
Tuesday, Sep 5, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the two productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, Sept. 4 – Sunday, Sept. 10. The productions filming locally are: Cesar Millan: Better Human, Better Dog – Television THD Holiday – Commercial The...

Oct. 6-7: Business for Artists Conference
Friday, Sep 1, 2023

The Business for Artists Conference is dedicated to equipping artists, creative professionals and non-profit organizations with the necessary tools to thrive in their respective industries. With expert-led sessions and a focus on practical knowledge, the conference aims to foster growth, innovation and...

Donate Canned Food, Reduce Fines at Santa Clarita Public Library

Bring in canned food to donate and get your library fees waived! The Santa Clarita Public Library partners with Santa Clarita Valley nonprofit organizations to provide for those in need throughout the community with the annual Food For Fines campaign. Throughout September, residents are encouraged to...

Sept. 7: Parks, Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Thursday, Aug 31, 2023

The Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold its regular meeting Thursday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m., in Council Chambers at City Hall. The Commission is scheduled to discuss updates on the City’s parks planning projects. The full agenda is available below. Parks,...

Sept. 4: Deadline to Submit Application for Artwork at Santa Clarita Roller Rink
Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita is seeking an artwork to be permanently located at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. The city intends to select one artist to design and fabricate an original, site-specific artwork to be located on a wall and visible adjacent to the newly built indoor Roller Rink facility....

Two Productions Currently Filming in SCV
Monday, Aug 28, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the two productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, Aug. 28 – Sunday, Sept. 3. The productions filming locally are: A Baker’s Dozen Clues – Feature Dreamlab – Internet/Web The city of Santa Clarita...

Santa Clarita Recognized Nationally for Financial Reporting

The city of Santa Clarita has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22. This year marks the 34th consecutive year...

Aug. 25: Santa Clarita Community Hike
Thursday, Aug 24, 2023

Join the city of Santa Clarita on an adventure at Central Park Friday, Aug. 25, at 7 p.m., as it hosts a free Community Hike into the sunset. The hike also includes an opportunity for the community to help paint a mural. The hike will start at Central Park’s MP Field No. 7. Bring your family and...

The MAIN Hosts ‘Chronology: The Art of Janine Cooper Ayres From The Beginning’
Tuesday, Aug 22, 2023

The MAIN will host the upcoming exhibition “Chronology: The Art of Janine Cooper Ayres from the Beginning.” Known by her artistic moniker “J-9,” Ayres is set to engage art enthusiasts with her four-decade long artistic journey, which will be on view from Tuesday, Aug. 29 through Monday, Sept....

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The California Department of Public Health announced the launch of “Facts Fight Fentanyl,” a new statewide public education campaign to ensure Californians know the dangers of fentanyl and have the information they need to prevent overdoses and save lives.
California Launches “Facts Fight Fentanyl” Campaign to Combat Overdoses
As the Labor Day holiday approaches, the California Highway Patrol is launching a statewide enforcement effort to keep the public safe on the road through the holiday weekend.
Aug. 30: CHP Prepares for Labor Day Traffic
The Labor Day Tournament is making its grand return to The Cube, Ice and Entertainment Center, Powered by Fivepoint Valencia.
Aug. 30: Kick off Labor Day at The CUBE
Providence Holy Cross Foundation has named Joanne Reyes as chief philanthropy officer to lead fundraising initiatives to enhance and expand Providence Holy Cross Medical Center’s services and programs.
Providence Holy Cross Foundation Welcomes New Chief Philanthropy Officer
Reach 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten with the Santa Clarita Public Library’s resources and tools.
Santa Clarita Public Library is Helping Kids Read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ryan Theule, vice president of the College of the Canyons Canyon Country campus announced Tuesday, Aug. 27 that he leaving his position as head of the COC Canyon Country campus to take a position with his church.
Ryan Theule Vice President of COC Canyon Country Campus Resigns
1962 - Valleywide brush fire consumes Gene Autry's Melody Ranch movie town in Placerita Canyon [story]
Melody Ranch on fire
Attendees at Six Flag Magic Mountain's annual Halloween event, Fright Fest Extreme, 15 years old or younger, must now be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
Magic Mountain Fright Fest Institutes New Chaperone Policy
The Music Center, Los Angeles’ performing arts center, invites all Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts to apply for The Music Center’s 37th Annual Spotlight program.
The 37th Annual Spotlight Program Seeks Students
California State Parks invites you to embark on a unique guided tour of Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park this fall. For a limited time starting mid-September, guests can visit this historic Native American village site, view ancient rock art and immerse themselves in the history, sacred lore and living culture of the Kawaiisu people.
Walk Through History: Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park Tours
The city of Santa Clarita is seeking applications from high school students in the Santa Clarita Valley to participate in the Santa Clarita Youth in Government program.
Santa Clarita Youth in Government
Attention all artisans, food enthusiasts and craft lovers, Agua Dulce Winery will host a Fall Craft Fair, Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20.
Oct. 19-20: Agua Dulce Winery Fall Craft Fair
The city of Santa Clarita and Green Santa Clarita will host a class on Saturday, Oct. 5, 9-10 a.m., regarding the importance of rainwater harvesting and proper installation and maintenance of rain barrels.
Oct. 5: Rain Barrel Class, Purchase Program
The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded $102 million for a multi-state West Coast corridor that will boost an emissions-free freight movement of goods locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
West Coast Awarded $102M to Install Truck Charging Stations
Volunteer registration is now open for the 29th Annual River Rally Cleanup and Environmental Expo scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21, from 8 to 11 a.m.
Sept. 21: Volunteers Needed for River Rally Cleanup
1933 - Atholl McBean elected president of The Newhall Land and Farming Company [link]
Atholl McBean
The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood emergency as remnants of Hurricane Debby and other severe weather events across the country have further complicated efforts to rebuild the nation’s blood supply.
Severe Weather Strains Red Cross Blood Supply
The Santa Clarita Valley Education Foundation has announced registration is open for the annual Principal for a Day fundraising event to be held on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Oct. 3: SCV Education Foundation Principal for a Day
Five athletes from the Santa Clarita Valley have participated in their first USA Water Polo Junior Olympics Water Polo Tournament. The athletes participated at the event held at the end of July in the San Francisco Bay area.
SCV Water Polo Players Compete in USA Water Polo Junior Olympics
Registration is open for fall youth sports classes at the Castaic Sports Complex for $25.
Registration Open for Castaic Sports Complex Fall 2024 Youth Sports Classes
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce will celebrate a grand opening ribbon cutting at Aroma Ramen at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11.
Sept. 11: Aroma Ramen Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting
The Cleveland Guardians have signed Golden Valley High School standout Scott Barlow to a one-year contract as a relief pitcher.
Golden Valley Alum Scott Barlow Signs with Cleveland Guardians
The Los Angeles County Public Works has advised Santa Clarita Valley residents that road work is currently scheduled 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Santiago Road between Sierra Highway and Soledad Canyon Road in Acton through Friday, Sept. 6.
Road Construction in Acton Thru Sept. 6
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce and its Latino Business Alliance have announced its Hispanic Heritage Celebration – Awards and Networking Reception, is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Hart & Main in downtown Newhall.
Sept. 18: Latino Business Alliance Hispanic Heritage Celebration
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