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1822 - Surveyor Edward F. Beale born in Washington, D.C.; cut through Newhall Pass 40 years later, assembled 270,000-acre Tejon Ranch [story]
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Ken Striplin | State of the City
Monday, Oct 6, 2025

Santa Clarita has a lot to be proud of. Over the last year, our city has delivered meaningful programs, projects, events and initiatives that enhance daily life for residents. Thanks to the guidance and leadership of our city Council, those efforts are visible in every neighborhood, from safer streets...

Ken Striplin | Santa Clarita Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with New Mobile Command Unit
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025

Santa Clarita is no stranger to wildfires, floods and other emergency situations. Over the years, our community has faced natural disasters that remind us how important it is to be ready, coordinated and resilient. To continue strengthening our public safety response, the city is introducing a new piece...

Ken Striplin | Guiding the Next Generation with Parenting for Prevention
Monday, Sep 29, 2025

As parents, we want to give our children the tools they need to make healthy, positive choices. To help all caregivers accomplish this, the city of Santa Clarita is proud to continue its Parenting for Prevention initiative, a comprehensive program designed to support families in guiding the next generation...

Ken Striplin | New Virtual Deputy Services Enhances Public Safety in Santa Clarita
Monday, Sep 22, 2025

Public safety remains a top priority for the city of Santa Clarita. As our community grows, strong communication with local law enforcement is essential. Now, with the launch of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s new Virtual Deputy service, residents have an innovative way to connect with...

Ken Striplin | Old Orchard Park to Reopen with Upgrades, New Amenities, Art
Monday, Sep 15, 2025

When Santa Clarita incorporated in 1987, Old Orchard Park was already a gathering place where families came together to play, relax and make memories. Nearly four decades later, it remains one of our most beloved parks, and I am proud to share that it has just received a complete transformation to better...

Ken Striplin | Safer Roads as Summer Winds Down
Monday, Sep 8, 2025

With students back in school and families enjoying the last weeks of summer, safe, well-maintained roads matter more than ever. In the city of Santa Clarita, keeping streets in top condition is a year-round priority. Our Street Maintenance teams are out in the “Cone Zone” daily, repairing potholes...

Ken Striplin | Fire Safety
Tuesday, Sep 2, 2025

Our city is no stranger to wildfires and the statewide statistics for 2025 so far are staggering. With the devastation of the deadly Eaton and Palisades fire, coupled with other blazes across the state as of mid-summer, California has seen 4,195 wildfires burning over 201,295 acres, destroying more...

Ken Striplin | Reduce Your Library Fines, Support the Community
Monday, Sep 1, 2025

Each September, the Santa Clarita Public Library transforms library visits into an opportunity to make a difference. Through the annual Food for Fines campaign, residents can turn overdue fees into much-needed support for local families by donating food and essential items at any of our three Library...

Ken Striplin | Three Bands, One Night: A Tribute to 35 Summers of Concerts in the Park
Monday, Aug 25, 2025

For 35 summers, Concerts in the Park, presented by Logix Federal Credit Union, has been the soundtrack of Santa Clarita’s warmest months, filling Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, with the sounds of laughter, dancing and unforgettable live music. From the beginning,...

Ken Striplin | Your Fall Passport to Classes, Parks, Adventures
Monday, Aug 18, 2025

As the school year begins, fall in Santa Clarita brings the perfect opportunity to explore something new, reconnect with your community and try new activities. Whether you’re signing up for a class, joining a sports league or planning an adventure, the city’s Seasons Magazine is your go-to guide. For...

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The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation will celebrate Black History Month from Feb. 5 to 28, 2026, with free programs and events at 59 parks throughout Los Angeles County.
L.A. County Parks Celebrates Black History Month 2026 with Free Events
The Cube - Ice and Entertainment Center, powered by Valencia by FivePoint, is excited to welcome back the 2026 West Coast Hockey Conference Playoffs.
Feb.6 -8: The Cube Hosts 2026 West Coast Hockey Conference Playoffs
Love is in the air, and now couples can rope in forever on Saturday, April 18, during a one-of-a-kind Cowboy Festival Wedding
April 18: Getting Married at Cowboy Festival This Spring is as Easy as Saying “YEE-HAW”
ARTree Community Arts Center is branching out with its new Open Studio monthly event. 
Feb. 14: ARTree Community Arts Center Hold Open Studio Event for Kids
Sheriff Robert G. Luna announced details and results from the twelfth annual Operation Reclaim and Rebuild enforcement operation.
Regional Human Trafficking Task Force Announces Arrests, Rescues
The city of Santa Clarita, in partnership with the Castaic Animal Care Center, will host the PAWS for Love Adoption Event on Saturday, Feb. 7.
Feb. 7: Fall in Love Fur-Ever At Paws For Love Adoption Event at SCV Public Library
How can California State University, Northridge student athletes enhance their performances? Learning how to get a good night’s sleep may be the answer. A team of CSUN students is conducting research to find out.
CSUN Students Research Sleep to Improve Student Athletes’ Performance
<strong>1822</strong> - Surveyor Edward F. Beale born in Washington, D.C.; cut through Newhall Pass 40 years later, assembled 270,000-acre Tejon Ranch [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/bealeafb.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/bealeafb.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/lw2205t.jpg" alt="Edward Beale" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
To further its mission of providing reliable supplies of high-quality water to the Santa Clarita Valley, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is installing a new water main to serve customers in the area of Calgrove Boulevard and Ebelden Avenue in Santa Clarita.
Feb. 23: New Water Main Installation on Calgrove in Santa Clarita to Begin
The Santa Clarita Artists Association monthly meeting will be held Monday, Feb. 23, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Newhall Library Community Room.
Feb. 23: SCAA Features Pastel Demo by Artist Leslie Hamilton
Canyon Theatre Guild opened Friday, Jan. 24 evening to a nearly sold out house and a standing ovation, the classic Broadway musical, "Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific."
CTG’s ‘South Pacific’ Opens to Sold Out House
The city of Santa Clarita invites you to grow with the city this Arbor Day at the first-ever Tree-mendous celebration on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Valencia Heritage Park.
April 11: Santa Clarita To Host Tree-Mendous Arbor Day
The Santa Clarita Valley Man and Woman of the Year organization has announced the 2026 list of SCV volunteers nominated for for the honor.
SCV 2026 Man, Woman Year Nominees Announced
You have likely seen it happen and you may have even experienced it firsthand.
Ken Striplin | The Dangers, Consequences of Red-Light Running
Los Angeles County will be showing off unparalleled venues and views as a backdrop for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028.
Registration for LA28 Olympic Event Tickets Now Open
The Saugus Union School District Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee meeting will be held 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5, at the West Creek Academy Library, 28767 N. West Hills Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91354.
Feb. 5: SUSD Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee Meeting
Join WeWil Collaborative Inc. on Saturday, March 7 for the Fourth Annual International Women’s Day Live event, a powerful celebration of women’s achievements and a collective call to action to forge gender equality through abundant giving.
March 7: Fourth Annual WeWil Collaborative International Women’s Day
The city of Santa Clarita presents "I’m a Part of Nature," a solo exhibition by Keiji Ichikawa, on display at the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch now through Wednesday, April 15.
Solo Art Exhibit, ‘I’m a Part of Nature’ by Keiji Ichikawa at Valencia Library
Chloe Auble scored 19 points to lead The Master's University women's basketball team to a 76-63 win over Life Pacific Saturday night, Jan. 31 in San Dimas.
Lady Mustangs Make it Seven in a Row with Road Win
The Master's University baseball team closed out its series against the William Carey (MS) Crusaders with a pair of losses Saturday, Jan. 31 at Lou Herwaldt Stadium.
Mustangs Drop Final Two to Crusaders
The Master's University men's and women's swimming teams dominated the GSAC Championships Jan. 30-31 in Aliso Viejo, winning both titles by more than 100 points.
Mustang Swim Squads Dominate at GSAC Championships
The Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 6 p.m., in Council Chambers at City Hall.
Feb. 5: Parks, Recreation, Community Services Commission Regular Meeting
<strong>1998</strong> - As disbelief about El Niño was starting to set in, the first of a month-long succession of devastating storms hits [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/fema030398.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/fema030398.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/gt9805t.jpg" alt="winter storm" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are asking for the public’s help locating At-Risk Missing Person Lissette Lopez.
LASD Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Newhall Woman
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