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1847 - John C. Fremont & troops camp at today's Sierra Hwy. & Newhall Ave. en route to signing cease-fire agreement with Gen. Andres Pico [story]
John C. Fremont


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Good Neighbor?
Sunday, Aug 10, 2014

I really enjoyed my day off from this writing gig. Trains and dumps get a little old. But there is nothing like a good case of misinformation and lies, salted with just a little bit of toxic chemicals and contaminated water. Thank you, VVCAC, CCL, CATC and those who support them. It looks like there...

Quid Pro Quo
Friday, Aug 8, 2014

If I ask you to be an advocate for me concerning my relationship with a company, I would expect you to do everything you can to keep me informed of what the company is doing. You may agree with what the company is doing only so long as it is to my benefit. You are MY advocate – not the advocate...

Toxic Soup?
Thursday, Aug 7, 2014

Had a chance to go to the west side of the SCV yesterday and the day before. Went over to Oxnard and back. I love driving through our valley to the ocean. Orange and avocado trees and rows of colorful flowers, too. Don’t forget the various other “row crops” like strawberries. It is really a beautiful...

I Love Trains But…
Tuesday, Aug 5, 2014

It isn’t the romance of being in a smooth, high-speed train traveling between northern and Southern California. It is about saving the environment and using electric trains. I love trains. I love to ride old trains and new trains. I own model trains and run them whenever I can set them up and play. I’ve...

Derail That Train
Monday, Aug 4, 2014

We’re building a train that will be able to travel between Los Angeles and San Francisco in three hours. It will someday pay for its own operation. It will be a “world class” and “state of the art” high-speed rail system. An appeals court has given the green light to the sale of bonds necessary...

Sunday Respite
Sunday, Aug 3, 2014

It has been an exciting week in my old home valley of Santa Clarita. We talked about dumps and trains, plus political aims. The weather has been a little odd, too. Not as hot, and yesterday we even had a few raindrops. I thought summertime rain in Southern California was outlawed. It has been a little...

Thumbs Up or Down?
Saturday, Aug 2, 2014

I have to correct a little something from my last commentary. The Castaic Area Town Council is elected, not appointed. All of the comments on yesterday’s installment made me look a lot closer at the laws and regulations governing boards, commissions and committees that are appointed or elected to serve...

Smelly Elephant
Friday, Aug 1, 2014

Last night at the Castaic Sports Complex, about 70 residents of Val Verde showed up to tell the hearing officer why the Chiquita Canyon Landfill should not be expanded. I was quite impressed with the turnout. To be fair, there were around 50 folks who gave testimony as to why they didn’t want the landfill...

See You Tonight
Thursday, Jul 31, 2014

Editor’s note: The money from the landfill operator for community benefits (approximately $350,000 this year) goes to a different group, the Community Benefits Funding Committee. The VVCAC is separately funded by the landfill operator.   I attended Monday’s meeting between the Val Verde...

Terror From the Skies
Wednesday, Jul 30, 2014

Many, many years ago when Placerita Junior High still had classrooms that at least smelled new – because they almost were new – there was a teacher who owned some radio-controlled model airplanes. A bunch of us students would go out to the football field and watch him fly the little planes. Some...

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1847 - John C. Fremont & troops camp at today's Sierra Hwy. & Newhall Ave. en route to signing cease-fire agreement with Gen. Andres Pico [story]
John C. Fremont
Cal Fire and the Los Angeles County Fire Department have reported that fires in Los Angeles County have burned more than 33,000 acres and more than 9,000 structures have been damaged or destroyed.
UPDATE: Kenneth Fire Joins Growing List, National Guard to be Deployed
As Southern California communities face the devastating effects of wildfires, Child & Family Center stands ready to provide vital resources and support for parents and caregivers navigating these challenging times.
Child & Family Center Offers Support, Resources to Families Impacted by Fires
With so many impressive city milestones, like groundbreakings for the Pioneer Oil Refinery and The Rink Sports Pavilion and the grand openings of the Valencia Community Center and Skyline Ranch Park, it’s no wonder that last year felt like a blur.
Marsha McLean | Back to School, Back to Safety
The Santa Clarita Artists Association Gallery will showcase its first art show of 2025, "Signature You", Friday, Jan. 17 - Sunday, Feb. 16 with an opening reception on Saturday, Jan. 18, 5-8 p.m.
Jan. 17- Feb. 16: SCAA ‘Signature You’ Art Show
California Credit Union announced that it will offer special relief programs to support current members who have been impacted by the Los Angeles County wildfires.
California Credit Union Offers L.A. Fires Relief Programs to Members
Finally Family Homes invite the community to a “Tiny Open House” event, 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 to celebrate the completion of the tiny house project.
Jan. 18: Finally Family Homes Hosts Open House
Connect with other businesses and attend the Valley Industry Association After Five networking mixer on Thursday, Jan. 23, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Valencia Town Center.
Jan. 23: VIA After Five Networking Mixer
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has published the agenda for its Tuesday, Jan. 14 regular board meeting, starting at 9:30 a.m. Among other topics there will be discussion of moving forward with recommendations to reimagine Los Angeles County's approach to human trafficking, as well as the annual abatement of hazardous vegetation.
In its second conference game of the season, The Master's University women's basketball team lost to the No. 19 Arizona Christian University Firestorm 62-56 at The MacArthur Center Wednesday evening, Jan. 8.
Lady Mustangs Fall to the Firestorm
In a rematch between the two teams that battled for the GSAC championship last season, No. 9-ranked The Master's University men's basketball team defeated No. 4 Arizona Christian 86-69 Wednesday night, Jan. 8 in The MacArthur Center.
No. 9 TMU Knocks off No. 4 ACU
The Wednesday, Jan. 8 scheduled contests between College of the Canyons women's and men's basketball vs. Antelope Valley College in the Cougar Cage were postponed due to wildfires in the region.
Canyons Women’s, Men’s Basketball Games Postponed
Los Angeles County Public Health reports the South Coast Air Quality Management District is advising of potential direct smoke impact from the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst Wildfires that has caused unhealthy air quality in Los Angeles County.
Public Health Smoke Advisory: Unhealthy Air Quality Declared Due to Wildfires
The devastating Palisades Fire destroyed historic buildings and multiple structures at two California State Parks on Tuesday, Jan. 7 including Will Rogers’ historic ranch house and buildings at Will Rogers State Historic Park.
Palisades Fire Destroys Historic Buildings at Will Rogers State Historic Park
1857 - Estimated 8.0 earthquake, SoCal's most recent "Big One," decimates Fort Tejon [story]
Tejon quake map
Cal Fire and the Los Angeles County Fire Department have reported that fires in Los Angeles County have burned more than 26,000 acres and more than 2,000 structures have been lost.
UPDATE: More Fires Break Out in Southern California
Cal Fire has reported that fires in Los Angeles County have burned more than 26,000, acres and more than 1,100 structures lost.
UPDATE: L.A. County Fires Exceed 26,000 Acres, 1,100+ Structures Lost
The National Day of Mourning to honor the late President Jimmy Carter isn't recognized as an official federal holiday, however, some organizations and businesses will be closed by the day of observance.
Jan. 9: No Mail Delivery on National Day of Mourning
Cal Fire reports a fire has broken out at 2:07 p.m. on the 5700 block of Soledad Canyon Road in Acton.
BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Acton
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.
Jan. 16: All For Kids Virtual Orientations on Foster Care and Adoption
California Credit Union Foundation is encouraging college-bound students across Southern California to apply for its 2025 Student Scholarship Program.
California Credit Union Foundation Offering Scholarships to Students
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Board of Directors has selected Director Maria Gutzeit to serve as Board President in 2025, while Directors Bill Cooper and Gary Martin were selected to serve as Vice Presidents at the board’s regular meeting on Jan. 7.
SCV Water Elects Gutzeit Board President
In response to ongoing fires throughout Los Angeles County, DoorDash has activated its Severe Weather Protocol to pause operations in affected areas, including Santa Clarita.
DoorDash Service Remains Suspended in Santa Clarita, L.A. Areas
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