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1962 - Valleywide brush fire consumes Gene Autry's Melody Ranch movie town in Placerita Canyon [story]
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‘Cesar Millan’ Among Three Productions Filming in SCV
Monday, Jul 24, 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, July 24 – Sunday, July 30. The productions filming locally are: “Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog” – television “The Roommate”...

July 29: Volunteers Sought for Summer Reading Finale
Friday, Jul 21, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita Public Library is seeking volunteers to assist with the Summer Reading Finale event to be held Saturday, July 29 at the Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321. Volunteers are needed to help at Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice” Finale. Work...

Sept 16: 28th Annual River Rally Clean Up, Environmental Expo

The 28th Annual River Rally Clean Up and Environmental Expo will be held Saturday, Sept. 16 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This is an opportunity for Santa Clarita volunteers of all ages to help clean up a portion of the Santa Clara River; one of the last natural, free-flowing river systems in Southern California....

Library ‘Chick Cam’ Babies Christened with Literary Names
Tuesday, Jul 18, 2023

As part of the 2023 Summer Reading Program the Jo Anne Darcy Canyon Country Library branch of the Santa Clarita Public Library placed four chicken eggs in an incubator in June and live-streamed video on the city’s YouTube channel so residents could watch the chicks hatch. The four baby chicks that...

Construction Underway to Improve Portion of Copper Hill
Monday, Jul 17, 2023

The city of Santa Clarita announced construction is officially underway as Copper Hill is undergoing improvements between Decoro Drive and the McBean Bridge deck. The improvements are part of the annual 2022-23 Overlay Project. Due to the nearby construction, residents may experience traffic delays and...

July 20: Santa Clarita Safe, Clean Water Program Committee Meeting

The city of Santa Clarita’s Safe, Clean Water Program Watershed Area Steering Committee Santa Clara River is having its regular meeting Thursday, July 20, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the Carl Boyer Room at City Hall. Items on the agenda include updates on the Santa Clara River Strategic Outreach...

Six Productions Currently Filming in SCV

The city of Santa Clarita’s Film Office released the six productions currently filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, July 17 – Sunday, July 23. The productions filming locally are: Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog – television Cursed Waters – feature Til Death…Do...

July 21: Watch U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team in FIFA Women’s World Cup
Friday, Jul 14, 2023

Goal! Grab your favorite soccer jersey and come cheer on Team USA at The Cube — Ice and Entertainment Center, Powered by FivePoint Valencia, as they play against Vietnam in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Join us on Friday, July 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a fun-filled night, featuring on-site...

July 18: Planning Commission Continues Shadowbox Studios Public Hearing

The city of Santa Clarita Planning Commission will meet at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers on Tuesday, July 18 to continue the public hearing on the Shadowbox Studios project. Shadowbox Studios is seeking approval for the development of a 1.3 million square-foot film and television studio campus in...

Santa Clarita Cooling Centers to Open Due to Excessive Heat
Tuesday, Jul 11, 2023

Due to an excessive heat forecast for the Santa Clarita Valley, the city of Santa Clarita has designated branches of the Santa Clarita Public Library as cooling centers, starting Wednesday, July 12, through Sunday, July 16. To view site-specific hours visit SantaClaritaLibrary.com or call (661) 259-0750. Canyon...

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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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