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2011 - John Ford's 1924 "The Iron Horse," filmed in SCV, added to Library of Congress' National Film Registry [story]
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The Stray
Sunday, Jan 18, 2015

It’s Sunday, a day of rest. At least that is what the Good Book states. If you lived on a farm or a ranch, the day was one where you didn’t have to do extra work after normal chores were done unless there was a fence down and cattle had strayed. Up Pico Canyon in Mentryville, Sunday meant a lot...

Fight’s Coming
Friday, Jan 16, 2015

There is going to be a fight. A really ugly, knock-down, drag-out, gutter-crawling fight. It is going to be between some of the folks in the lesser valley to our south, and us here in the SCV. This fight is going to be a doozy. Yep. You’ve got my word on it. Bare knuckles for as many rounds in the...

Come Together
Friday, Jan 9, 2015

I’m always amazed and extremely grateful that I live in a place where folks can cross political lines to get things accomplished. Let’s face it, we’ve had some real humdingers in that past few months. While I didn’t like the outcome and still think folks will regret it, it is a fact a lot of...

29 Miles
Thursday, Jan 8, 2015

Got to love this weather. I like it that all of the Rose Parade tourists left before it got warmer. Many of them went back to very cold parts of the country. Why, one friend in Kentucky told me she hated me because I’m basking in the sunshine and 82 degrees while she is in Murray, Ky., at 6 degrees....

Goodbye Fresno
Wednesday, Jan 7, 2015

OK. The great California High Speed Rail Boondoggle has started. Groundbreaking yesterday. Yes folks, our premier, world-class, first-in-the-USA high-speed train system has started construction. They said at the ceremony that construction would be complete in 2029. You read that right. Fifteen years...

Town Set Adrift
Tuesday, Jan 6, 2015

In 1877 Newhall had its first post office. It was located inside Mr. Campton’s General Store. In 2014, the good citizens of Newhall lost their post office. For 137 years, Newhall had a United States Post Office. But now? There is a temporary post office to replace the one on Lyons Avenue. It’s over...

Civil Discourse
Sunday, Jan 4, 2015

It was an earthquake. Just about the time I forgot what they felt like, a sharp jolt hit near Castaic Lake. Only one jolt. I guessed about a 4.0 quake. Turns out I wasn’t as accurate in my earthquake magnitude estimates as I used to be. It was a 4.2. Anyway, it was a right good shake and then back...

Eyes Forward
Saturday, Jan 3, 2015

Did all y’all make any resolutions for the new year? How many are you going to keep? Not those you want to keep, but what you actually will. Did you keep those resolutions from last year. I did. I kept them close but usually forgotten. Guess I’m somewhat normal in that. I do have some hopes for 2015....

My Year
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2014

Up until last June I was writing a weekly column. Somehow I got talked into doing a daily one. Now I have to come up with something each day. Some days I didn’t write. Travel, tired, sick, sick and tired, busy, mindless – those are some of the reasons I missed some days. But for the most part, I...

Help Save History
Tuesday, Dec 30, 2014

This being Shameless Plug Tuesday, I think it is high time all y’all stopped by the Santa Clarita Historical Society’s Heritage Junction at William S. Hart Park this weekend with lots of big doin’s on a cool winter day. Actually, Saturday and Sunday. Starting at 10 a.m. each day this weekend, there’s...

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2011 - John Ford's 1924 "The Iron Horse," filmed in SCV, added to Library of Congress' National Film Registry [story]
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Join the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce for a Grand Opening ribbon cutting at Hammer & Nails, on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 4 p.m.
Jan. 16: Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Hammer & Nails
The Feeding Futures Gala will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, 6 p.m., at the Newhall Family Theatre. Join the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry for this special inaugural event to kick off the capital campaign for the new pantry.
Feb. 8: Feeding Futures Gala to Benefit SCV Food Pantry
The 12th annual SCV Rotary Charity Chili Cook-Off will be held Friday, Feb. 7, 5-9 p.m. Chili cookers will be preparing their spicy specialties on the patio of the SCV Senior Center.
Feb. 7: SCV  Rotary Charity Chili Cook-Off
In the final shopping days before Christmas, the California Highway Patrol conducted a successful enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime, promoting safe shopping experiences for communities throughout California.
CHP’s ‘Operation Holiday Watch’ Nabs Retail Theft Criminals
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has announced an opportunity to join its Advisory Boards. Advisory Boards will play a critical role in helping ensure that the District Attorney’s Office remains informed and responsive to issues of concern to various communities and interest groups in Los Angeles County. The application process is open to all interested residents.
Join a L.A. County District Attorney’s Office Advisory Board
As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways.
CHP’s Mission for a New Year: Drive Safely Into 2025
The South Coast Air Quality Management District continues the residential No Burn Day Alerts for the weekend, with the latest alert issued for Saturday, Dec. 28 for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 28: AQMD No Burn Days Continue in SCV
Step back in time to an era of glamour and grace at Bridge to Home’s 2025 Soup for the Soul Gala, "Roaring Into a New Era." Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the dazzling 1920s.
Soup for The Soul 2025 Seeks Sponsors, Volunteers
Visit the Valencia Public Library, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 3-4 p.m. for a concert with Paul Stein, the esteemed violinist formerly of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Symphony.
Jan. 12: Valencia Public Library Presents ‘New Year Harmony’
As we head into the new year, the California Highway Patrol is highlighting the new public safety laws that were passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.
California Highway Patrol Highlights New Laws for 2025
The Hart District Variety Showcase, a fundraiser for the Wm. S. Hart Education Foundation, will be held Friday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m. at Saugus High School.
Feb. 28: WiSH Education Foundation Seeks Sponsors for Talent Showcase
As we reflect on this year, I am filled with gratitude and pride for the progress we've made together in Los Angeles County. Your dedication to our neighborhoods inspires me daily.
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
Mission Opera, Joshua R. Wentz, artistic director, is the winner of The American Prize in Opera Performance, 2024 in the professional division for its production of "Susannah." The ensemble was selected from applications reviewed from throughout the United States.
Mission Opera wins The American Prize in Opera Performance, 2024
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is sponsoring Senate Bill 48, legislation that aims to keep U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents off California campuses by establishing a one-mile radius safe zone around schools, as well as protect against the use of school data for deportation efforts.
Senate Bill 48 to Keep ICE Agents Off School Campuses
The nonprofit Friends of the Library is looking for dedicated volunteers who are interested in helping the Friends of the Library Program to work together and benefit the Santa Clarita Public Library branches.
Friends of the Library Nonprofit Seeks Volunteers
The convenience store owner had said that six out of 10 people who entered his business came to steal. Sacramento County officials said that larger corporate businesses might be able to survive under those circumstances, but not smaller operations. Small businesses form the country’s economic foundation, and they needed state law to change.
Crime, Social Media Dominant Themes for New Laws Coming to California
1936 - Passenger plane crash in Rice Canyon kills all 12 aboard [story]
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The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert on Friday, Dec. 27 for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.
Dec. 27: No Burn Day Declared for Santa Clarita Valley
The Saugus High School Instrumental Music Program is hosting its third annual Clothes for Cash fundraising event 9 a.m.- Noon Saturdays, Jan. 11, 18 and 25 at Saugus High School.
Saugus High Marching Centurions Cloths for Cash
Did you receive great new electronic gifts for the holidays? Awesome! Now where can you safely dispose of the old stuff? Where to take phones, TVs, computers, portable devices and more?
Jan. 11-12: WiSH Education Foundation Hosts Free E-WASTE Event
Santa Clarita is a special place. It is the city where I chose to make my home, raise my family and now serve the community as a city councilmember.
Patsy Ayala | Connecting With the Community
The Wish Education Foundation Wednesday Webinar series continues on Wednesday, Jan. 15 with "Trends in College Admissions and ROI on Majors."
Jan. 15: WiSH Webinar on Latest Trends in College Admission
As the New Year approaches Santa Clarita Valley residents can enjoy a few New Year's Eve and New Year's Day events in the SCV.
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day Fun in the SCV
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