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1914 - Rev. Wolcott H. Evans, the future "pastor of the disaster," named pastor of Newhall's First Presbyterian Church [story]
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Sheriff’s Dept. Bringing VIDA Games to Valencia High
Sunday, May 17, 2015

[KHTS] – The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department is bringing the VIDA Games to Valencia High School on Saturday, May 23. VIDA, or Vital Intervention and Directional Alternatives, is a 16-week program for at-risk youth aged 11 to 17-year-old which aims to help participants get on the right path...

Farm To Table Event Raises Awareness For 2020 Mom Project

[KHTS] – Over 100 people gathered at the Valencia Country Club for the Farm to Table Brunch and Silent Auction event on Sunday morning in an effort to raise awareness for The 2020 Mom Project. Around 10:30 a.m., 140 men and women came together to participate in the silent auction, hear performances...

Three Cars Crash on SB I5 Near Lyons Ave. Exit
Thursday, May 14, 2015

Slippery conditions on the southbound I5 near Lyons Avenue resulted in three separate car crashes around 7 p.m. on Thursday. Los Angeles County Fire arrived on scene around 7:15 p.m. but no one was seriously injured as a result of the crash. A silver Honda, silver Mercedes and green Nissan were towed...

Castaic Middle School is Honored with Gold Ribbon Award
Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Castaic Middle School has been honored with the state’s new Gold Ribbon School Award by the California Distinguished Schools Program. State Superintendent of Public Information, Tom Torlakson, announced that about 193 middle schools and 180 high schools have been honored with the award. “These schools...

Local Student Wins UNCF Scholarship
Monday, May 4, 2015

Carmelle Millar [KHTS] – Only 1,000 students across the nation received the United Negro College Fund’s Gates Millennium Scholarship, and one of them is from Santa Clarita. The local recipient is Carmelle Millar, a senior at Academy of the Canyons. The Gates scholarship can be used to pursue...

Rotarians, Elks Race for Veterans

[KHTS] – The Elks and Rotary club’s Night at the Races fundraiser for veterans drew a crowd of about 80 people Saturday night. The event, which ran from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., featured horse racing videos, cocktails, dinner, plus an auction and raffle. “It was great,” said Janet Austin,...

Sunday’s PFC Cole Larsen Garden Tour Aids Military Families
Sunday, May 3, 2015

[KHTS] – Santa Clarita Valley residents had the opportunity to walk through some of the best gardens in the area Sunday at the 9th Annual Memorial Garden Tour. The event was hosted by the Cole William Larsen Foundation from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and aimed to give back to the T.A.P.S. and Wounded Warrior...

Hart District Students Walk Away with Two Cars at Giveaway
Wednesday, Apr 29, 2015

Watch the full video here. Not one, but two cars were given away to lucky William S. Hart Union High School District students at College of the Canyons on Tuesday night. “Well we wanted to go big this year,” said Dan Sterkel of Nissan of Valencia. “We wanted to do something for a student that does...

Canyon Country Plunges Into Darkness
Tuesday, Apr 21, 2015

Parts of Canyon Country were left in the dark after a power outage caused by equipment failures knocked the lights  on Tuesday night. The equipment failure caused street lights and residential homes to lose power around 7:30 p.m. near Soledad Canyon Road and Sand Canyon Road. According to the SoCal...

City Seeking Input on New Saugus Library Proposal

The City of Santa Clarita is looking for community feedback on the proposed Saugus Library Center during a community workshop meeting next week. On Wednesday, April 29 at Arroyo Seco Junior High School the city asks for the community’s response in deciding what a 21st century Santa Clarita library...

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The United States Youth Volleyball League (USYVL) registration for the 2024 fall program in the Santa Clarita Valley is now open.
Youth Volleyball Registration in SCV Now Open
The Valencia Library, 23743 West Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA 91355 will host Craig Newton for an interactive musical program, Wednesday, July 10 at 4 p.m. and another program at 4:30 p.m.
July 10: Craig Newton’s Interactive Musical Program
Patti Negri, renowned for her psychic abilities, will host “Hot Summer Seance,” at the MAIN, 24266 Main Street., Newhall, CA 91321 Friday, Aug. 2 from 8-10 p.m.
Aug. 2: ‘Hot Summer Séance’ with Patti Negri at The MAIN
The Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade Committee has announced the trophy award winners for the 2024 SCV Fourth of July Parade.
SCV Fourth of July Parade Trophy Winners
The United States Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, recently issued a ruling that will increase the city of Santa Clarita's authority to enforce public camping ordinances that dictate where homeless people can camp and sleep.
SCOTUS Restores Local Authority to Enforce Camping Regulations
A night of nothing but military-related stories in music with a dash of micro-fiction/prose poetry by Robert Morgan Fisher will be at the MAIN, 24266 Main Street., Newhall, CA 91321 Thursday, Aug. 1 from 8-10 p.m.
Aug. 1: A Night of Narrative Jokin’ Folkin’ Funny Story Songs at The MAIN
With wildfire smoke and reduced air quality affecting many California communities, the California Department of Public Health is urging Californians to take steps to protect themselves from air pollutants.
CDPH Urges Californians to Avoid Wildfire Smoke
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an update for the excessive heat warning and advisory as high temperatures have been forecast for Los Angeles County.
Excessive Heat Warning, Advisory Updated by County Health
Visit the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library, 18601 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91351 on Tuesday, July 9 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. to create beautiful artwork from melting old crayons.
July 9: Crayon Melting at Canyon Country Library
The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club is hosting and Black and White Masquerade square dance 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, July 7.
July 7: Sierra Hillbillies Host ‘Masquerade’ Square Dance
Growing up in the 1980s, I have many fond memories of spending time with friends at the Skate-N-Place on Soledad Canyon Road.
Cameron Smyth | The Rink is Rolling Along
1914 - Rev. Wolcott H. Evans, the future "pastor of the disaster," named pastor of Newhall's First Presbyterian Church [story]
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The Canyon Theatre Guild will present Santa Clarita Regional Theatre's production of "Disney's The Little Mermaid" at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons.
July 20-Aug. 11: ‘Disney’s The Little Mermaid’ at Performing Arts Center
The 92nd annual Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade attracted thousands to the streets of Old Town Newhall to cheer more than 100 parade entries representing politicians, scout troops, businesses, nonprofits, fraternal organizations and others.
SCV Parade Marches Through Old Town Newhall
The Santa Clarita City Council is scheduled to discuss the transfer of William S. Hart Park to Los Angeles County at the Council's regular meeting Tuesday, July 9, at 6 p.m.
City to Discuss Hart Park Transfer from L.A. County
"Shrek Jr. The Musical," presented by Canyon Theatre Guild’s STARS program, will perform weekends from July 6 to July 14.
‘Shrek Jr. The Musical’ Coming to Canyon Theatre Guild
The history of the United States of America Flag was shared by Santa Clarita Elks Lodge 2379 officers at their annual Flag Day Ceremony, which was held June 14.
Elks Lodge Honors American Flag at Annual Ceremony
1932 - Robert Poore wins the greased pole climbing contest and $2.50 at Newhall's July 4th celebration [story]
4th of July Parade
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Santa Clarita with a full day of festive events including a run, pancake breakfast, parade and fireworks.
Celebrate Fourth of July in the Santa Clarita Valley
In an effort to prevent vehicle thefts or thefts from vehicles, remember the following simple safety tips.
Sheriff’s Department Gives Vehicle Theft Awareness Tips
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority annual Point-in Time count of residents experiencing homelessness revealed a 22.9% reduction in the level  of homeless veterans. 
Veteran Homeless Drops 22 Percent From Previous Year
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the County’s Department of Economic Opportunity kicked off its award-winning Youth@Work program, announcing the availability of up to 10,000 paid employment opportunities for local county youth.
County Kicks-Off Annual Youth@Work Program
The city of Santa Clarita’s The Big I Do event is returning on Valentine’s Day, 2025, with chances to win big. 
The Big I Do Returns With Lavish Giveaways
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