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Rossi Gives SCV’s Herta Racing Another Indy 500 Winner
Sunday, May 29, 2016

When Alexander Rossi coasted across the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway he became the second Herta Racing driver to win “the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” Rossi, a rookie, literally coasted across the finish line when his team gambled late in the race, refusing to come in for fuel...

Registration Now Open for 2016 COC Volleyball Summer Camp
Thursday, May 19, 2016

The College of the Canyons women’s volleyball program invites boys and girls ages 9-14 to participate in the 2016 COC Volleyball Camp, with two sessions running in July. Open to beginning and intermediate level players, each camp session will provide attendees an opportunity to learn the fundamentals...

Shafery Excellent at All On The Line Open
Wednesday, May 18, 2016

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Last Saturday, The Master’s College men’s & field teams competed at the All on the Line National Qualifier on the campus of Westmont College. Andrew Orona represented TMC in the 1,500m where he placed seventh overall with a final time of 4:01.07. Michael Sciarra...

Menez Shuts Down Crusaders

Santa Barbara, Calif. — Conner Menez hurled a complete-game five-hitter and Pearson Good slugged a three-run homer to lead The Master’s College past Madonna of Michigan 7-1 on the opening day of the NAIA National Championship Opening Round on Russ Carr Field at Westmont. The victory was...

COC Track & Field Wins Three Titles & Qualifies in 23 Spots at WSC Prelims
Thursday, Apr 28, 2016

The College of the Canyons track & field program hosted the Western State Conference (WSC) Prelims on Friday, with the Cougars men’s and women’s teams able to take advantage of the familiar surroundings. Canyons combined to qualify for next week’s WSC Finals in 23 individual spots...

Foothill League Baseball and Softball Return To SCVTV
Tuesday, Apr 12, 2016

After a year hiatus, Foothill League baseball and softball will return to TV as SCVTV will bring you the best from around the Santa Clarita Valley every Tuesday and Friday night. Tuesday at 10 p.m. will be Foothill League softball proceeded and followed by Inside Sports to set you up for the weeks action...

COC Track & Field Sweeps WSC Inland Meet

The College of the Canyons track and field program combined to sweep last Friday’s WSC Inland Meet hosted by Antelope Valley College, with both the men’s and women’s teams taking first place among the field of five schools. The women’s team finished with 192 event points — and...

Former Valencia Viking Manfro Hangs Up Pads
Tuesday, Apr 5, 2016

Photo Courtesy of Daily Bruin Former Valencia Viking and current UCLA Bruin Steven Manfro has decided to end his football career after re-injuring his shoulder during spring practice. “I made the decision last night after consulting with my doctor about my current shoulder situation,” said...

CIF SS Softball Polls: April 4, 2016

CIF Southern Section Softball Polls for the week of April 4, 2016: DIVISION 1               DIVISION 2 1. Etiwanda                   1. Mission Viejo 2. Los Alamitos           2. La Habra 3. West Ranch          3. Oaks Christian 4. ML King                   ...

High School Sports Report: April 4, 2016
Monday, Apr 4, 2016

Santa Clarita Valley High School Sports Report for April 4, 2016: High School Baseball Valencia came away with a 5-3 victory over West Ranch to stay undefeated atop the Foothill League standings. Ben Fariss threw six innings of three hit baseball, allowing three earned runs in the process. Timmy Josten...

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1874 - First train out of L.A. to reach new town of San Fernando; Newhall 2 years later [story]
train tunnel
Hello Auto Group has announced its partnership with the Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative for the second annual Military Spouse Appreciation Event. This event, dedicated to honoring military spouses, will take place on Military Spouse Appreciation Day Friday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anthony Vince Nail Spa at 24250 Town Center Drive #140, Valencia, CA 91355.
May 10: Second Annual SCV Military Spouse Appreciation Event
The Santa Clarita Artists Association has announced the 2024 scholarship award recipients. These deserving individuals have shown excellence in their high school art education and shared their plans to continue their artistic endeavors.
SCAA Announces 2024 Scholarship Award Honorees
The Valley Industry Association of Santa Clarita is set to ignite innovation and transformation with its VIA Workforce Development Conference 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Thursday, May 16. Jorge Marquez, chairman of the Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board, has been added to the list of speakers appearing at the event. He will serve as the opening speaker at the conference.
May 16: VIA Adds County Leader to Workforce Development Speakers List
The city of Santaw Clarita will host the Free To Be Me Festival for its third year at an exciting new location. On Sunday, May 5, from noon to 3 p.m., celebrate Santa Clarita’s special needs communities and their families at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354.
May 5: ‘Free to Be Me Festival’ at West Creek Park
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and its regional partners have held the first of several upcoming rapid response events to urgently connect soon-to-be laid off local workers, impacted by the recent bankruptcy and closure of dozens of local 99 Cents Only Stores, to critical workforce services.
L.A. County Offers Help for Workers of 99 Cents Only Stores
Youth in Los Angeles County foster care as young as 13 can open their own checking and savings accounts without an adult co-owner through the Youth Access Banking program.
Foster Youth Access Banking Program Available in L.A. County
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. The council will meet at City Hall, City Council Chambers, Items on the agenda include: Measure H funding, awarding construction contracts for traffic improvements and updating criteria for speed hump installation or removal.
April 23: City Council to Discuss Measure H Funds, Traffic Improvements
Visit Vasquez Rock Natural Area and Nature Center for a Day at The Rocks, a family fun event and tribal celebration of the Village of Mapipinga. A Day at The Rocks will be held Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
April 27: Day at The Rocks Family Fun Event
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Valencia, and ship builder Fincantieri of Monfalcone, Italy have announced the mutual decision to postpone the delivery of the next Sphere Class ship, Star Princess.
Princess Cruises Postpones Delivery of Star Princess, Inaugural Cruises Cancelled
1880 - Pico Oil Spring Mine Section 2 patented by R.F. Baker and Edward F. Beale [story]
E.F. Beale
The Master's University men's golf team shot a 13-under 275 to finish second at the Golden State Athletic Conference Men's Golf Championships held at Briarwood Country Club in Sun City West, Ariz.
TMU Men’s Golf Places 2nd, Women 5th at GSAC Championships
Join local nonprofit Project Sebastian for an exhilarating day of racing and community support at its Rare Warrior 24 race on Saturday, June 1, at Heritage Park in the heart of Santa Clarita.
June 1: Rare Warrior 24 Race Benefiting Project Sebastian
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station Station deputies will be taking part in the “DEA National Drug Take Back Day,” Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in front of the SCV Sheriff’s Station, located at 26201 Golden Valley Road.
April 27: Drug Take Back Day at SCV Sheriff’s Station
The College of the Canyons Center for Civic and Community Engagement—in collaboration with COC’s Golden Z Club—invites the community to attend the Nonprofit Community Resource Fair on Tuesday, April 30.
April 30: COC Hosts Nonprofit Community Resource Fair
College of the Canyons made quick work of visiting L.A. Valley College in a shortened 11-3 home victory that came on a day in which the program unveiled its newly named Michele Jenkins Softball Team Room during a pre-game dedication ceremony.
Lady Cougs Outslug L.A. Valley 11-3
For aspiring scientists at The Master’s University, taking up a student research project is no small commitment.
Retired Professor Continues to Mentor Aspiring TMU Scientists
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is warning residents not to use a Vietnamese herbal ointment called “Cao Bôi Trĩ Cây Thầu Dầu” (Castor Oil Hemorrhoid Extract) because it contains lead and can be fatal.
Public Health Urges Residents to Avoid Vietnamese Hemorrhoid Cream
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond hosted a California Apprenticeship Summit Wednesday to raise awareness of apprenticeship opportunities and career technical education pathways that connect California’s youth to high-wage, high-growth career opportunities.
State Apprenticeship Summit Connects Youth to High-Wage Opportunities
College of the Canyons student-athletes Nichole Muro (softball) and Angelo Aleman (baseball) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 8-13.
COC Names Nichole Muro, Angelo Aleman Athletes of the Week
California State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Wednesday his bill improving transparency between parents and schools’ sexual education curricula passed out of the Senate Education Committee.
Wilk’s Sex Education Transparency Bill Clears Senate Committee
1945 - Actors Harry & Olive Carey sell Saugus ranch after 29 years; now Tesoro del Valle [story]
Carey Ranch
The 76.6-mile-long Antelope Valley Line has the third-highest ridership in Metrolink’s system with an estimated average of 9,000 passengers daily. However, the uneven terrain and single-tracking along the line in some areas forces trains to travel at a slower speed which results in an estimated travel time of approximately one hour between Santa Clarita and Union Station.
Metrolink to Hold Public Meetings on AV Line Capacity, Improvements
Team Dragon Eyes, affectionately known as TDE, is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Fifth Annual Dragonboat Festival race on Saturday, June 1 at Castaic Lake, Lower Lagoon.
June 1: Team Dragon Eyes to Host Fifth Annual Dragonboat Festival Race
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