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


CITY NEWS ARCHIVE
Three Productions Currently Filming in SCV
Friday, Aug 11, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the three productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, Aug. 14 – Sunday, Aug. 20. The productions filming locally are: Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog – television Lowes – commercial Till Death…...

Aug. 23: Youth Grove Evening of Remembrance

The city of Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita City Council invite the public to attend the annual Evening of Remembrance at the Santa Clarita Youth Grove on Wednesday, Aug. 23 beginning at 7:15 p.m. Join the community to remember Santa Clarita youth who have lost their lives in traffic-related incidents...

City Provides Tips on Preventing River ‘Poo-lution’
Friday, Aug 4, 2023

Summer is here and we all know the weather won’t stop our pets from wanting to be outside at a dog park, backyard or one of the city of Santa Clarita’s open spaces. That also means sprinklers and hoses are often running more frequently. If excess water runs off a property, dog waste left on the...

Aug. 11: Celebrate Native American Culture at Canyon Country Community Center
Thursday, Aug 3, 2023

“Celebrate” is a unique free cultural experience that brings the history and traditions of people and places from around the world to the Canyon Country Community Center every second Friday from April to September. The next Celebrate event will be held Friday, Aug. 11 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come...

Registration Open for Newhall Community Center Afterschool Program

Registration is now open for the Newhall Community Center Afterschool Program, Teen Experience Program, Play ‘N’ Learn, CHAMPS boxing fitness and more. There is a $30 fee for the Youth Afterschool Program for ages 5 to 12. The Teen Experience Program for ages 13 to 17 and the CHAMPS boxing fitness...

Community Feedback Sought for City’s JAG Application

The city of Santa Clarita is seeking community feedback on a public safety grant proposal for the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program. All public comments must be received by 12 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10. The city of Santa Clarita is eligible to...

Eight Productions Currently Filming in SCV
Monday, Jul 31, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the eight productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 6. The productions filming locally are: Beyond Belief: Fact of Fiction – television The Roommate – feature Star Thieves – short Action...

City Files Injunction Against Street Vendor
Friday, Jul 28, 2023

After exhausting all administrative processes, the city of Santa Clarita’s legal counsel has filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction against Tacos Jacky, an illegal sidewalk vending operation currently operating within the public right-of-way at various locations throughout Santa Clarita. The injunction...

Construction Alert: Bridge Maintenance at Atwood Boulevard in Newhall

Construction will began on Friday, July 28 at Atwood Boulevard in Newhall over the Santa Clara River near Powell Street as part of the Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program. Due to the nearby construction, residents may experience traffic delays and construction noises. The city of Santa Clarita...

Urgent, Critical Need for Blood Donors in SCV
Tuesday, Jul 25, 2023

The American Red Cross has a critical need for blood donations and the city of Santa Clarita is urging residents to make a life-saving appointment today. There are three upcoming city blood drives scheduled for the month of August. The first one takes place Monday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at...

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College of the Canyons alum Jacob Lopez was on the mound at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, with the young left-hander, who also attended Saugus High School, drawing his first start of the season for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Former Cougar Jacob Lopez Draws Start for Rays at Dodger Stadium
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 Aug. 28
All For Kids is seeking foster families and now offers two virtual ways for individuals and/or couples to learn how to help children in foster care while reunifying with birth families or how to provide legal permanency by adoption.
Sept. 19: All For Kids Host Virtual Foster Care Orientations
As travelers gear up for one last summer adventure this Labor Day weekend, Circle K is helping customers soak up the end of the season with a major fuel discount at its West Coast locations.
Aug. 29: Circle K Holds Labor Day weekend Fuel Day Pop-Up
The Valley Industry Association is set to host a series of Candidate Forums, offering the community an invaluable opportunity to engage with candidates vying for key positions in the upcoming Nov. 5, 2024, election.
Sept. 12: Valley Industry Association Hosts 2024 Candidate Forums
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office awarded $4 million to 363 COVID-19 impacted small and micro businesses supporting the entertainment industry through the Entertainment Business Interruption Fund Grant program.
363 Small Businesses Awarded $4m through L.A. County’s Entertainment Business Interruption Fund Grant Program
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
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