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2014 - "Become Ocean" by John Luther Adams (CalArts BFA 1973) named winner of 2014 Pulitzer Prize in Music [story]
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Pilar Schiavo | Statement Condemning Proposed Federal Cuts for VA
Thursday, Mar 6, 2025

In response to proposed cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs by the federal administration, Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo issued the following statement: “This week, my father died as a result of his exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam. Actions by the federal administration to make cuts at the...

Apply for Disaster CalFresh and Receive Food Assistance Before February 19
Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025

After the significant challenges due to the Palisades, Eaton, Hughes and other wildfires in the region, Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo is working to ensure access to the vital resources needed now and in the months to come. Disaster CalFresh, a critical program that provides temporary food assistance for...

Pilar Schiavo: Celebrating Progress, Community, a Bright Year Ahead
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025

As we close out another year, let’s take some time to celebrate and reflect on the progress we’ve made. It is this work we have done together that makes it such an honor to continue serving as your Assemblymember for another two years. This year, we brought back nearly $95 million in community...

Aug. 4: RVSP For a Free Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Wednesday, Jun 26, 2024

Assemblywomen Pilar Schiavo is inviting residents to her second annual Back-to School Backpack Giveaway on Aug. 4. The giveaway will be at the Child Care Resource Center, located at 20001 Prairie Street, Chatsworth, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This family-friendly event is a wonderful way to kick off the...

Pilar Schiavo | Reduce Parking Ticket Fees
Wednesday, Jun 19, 2024

This weeks edition of Pilar’s Pocketbook focuses on ways to help reduce fees and pay for parking tickets. It’s known that parking tickets can add up. Those with parking tickets could be eligible for a program to create a payment plan for their parking ticket or even reduce the fees. Cities...

Pilar Schiavo | Pilar’s Pocketbook Tax Filing Help
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024

Welcome to this edition of Pilar’s Pocketbook. This week Califormia State Assemblywoman Pilar Schavio (D-Chatsworth) offers crucial information to help navigate tax filings and ensure entitled benefits are received.sS From extended deadlines to claiming tax credits for previous years, this weeks...

Assemblywoman Schiavo Announces the 2023 Young Community Leader Awards
Wednesday, Jul 5, 2023

Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo announced the recipients of the 2023 Young Community Leader Awards, a program aimed at recognizing and honoring exceptional students within the 40th Assembly District. These awards are designed to acknowledge students who exemplify leadership qualities, demonstrate a passion...

Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo | California Budget Amendments
Friday, Jun 30, 2023

The California State Legislature has approved and sent to Governor Gavin Newsom amendments to the 2023 Budget Act to implement a three-party budget agreement between the governor and the two houses of the Legislature. Given the size of our shortfall this year (nearly $32 billion), I am pleased that...

Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo  |  Statement on the 2023-24 Budget
Friday, Jun 16, 2023

Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo has released a statement on the passing of the state of California 2023-24 budget that includes funding for two of the bills she had passed during her first year in the Assembly. “I am pleased that today, the Legislature passed an on-time balanced budget that provides...

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2014 - "Become Ocean" by John Luther Adams (CalArts BFA 1973) named winner of 2014 Pulitzer Prize in Music [story]
John Luther Adams
1935 - Gladys Carter convicted of manslaughter in fatal shooting of Frances Walker, of the Placerita Walkers [story]
Gladys Carter
1738 - Fr. Francisco Garcés born in Spain; came through SCV in 1776, found Tataviam fighting with Coastal Chumash, observed Santa Clara River flowing by night and dry by day despite the season being spring [story]
Garces statue
The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 15, at 6 p.m., in City Hall Council Chambers. The commission will hear a request from BluMax Santa Clarita, LLC on amendments to the MetroWalk Specific Plan to expand the housing types allowed and to delay or eliminate the requirement for affordable senior housing.
April 15: Planning Commission to Hear Request to Delay/Eliminate Senior Housing
Be a part of key governance reform changes coming to Los Angeles County. An independent study is underway to identify strengths and challenges of the county’s current governance model.
April 17: County Governance Reform ‘Listening Session’ at COC
The city of Santa Clarita invites families to Eggstravaganza, a free, community event at Central Park on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to noon.
April 19: Hop into Spring at Eggstravaganza
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center has announced the largest gift in its 64-year history, a transformative $16 million donation from the estate of Julian and Gladys Saunders.
Providence Holy Cross Receives Record $16M Gift to Enhance Trauma Care
The dark, ashy sediment appearing on Los Angeles-area beaches does not appear to contain chemicals related to wildfires at levels that are dangerous to human health.
Dark Sediment on Beaches Does Not Pose Risk to Human Health
A Mother's Day Eve Evening of Enchantment and Magic wine pairing dinner at Le Chene French Cuisine will be held Saturday, May 10, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
May 10: Le Chene Offers Special Mother’s Day Eve Show
Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo (D-Chatsworth), has announced a package of bills focused on affordability, tax relief, consumer protections and lowering costs.
Schiavo Introduces Package of Tax Relief, Consumer Protection Bills
1987 - Ramona Chapel and Red Schoolhouse relocated to Santa Clarita History Center in Hart Park [story]
Red Schoolhouse
Six Flags Magic Mountain Hurricane Harbor is hiring lifeguards for the 2025 season and will host a hiring event, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 12.
April 12: Hurricane Harbor Hiring Lifeguards for Summer Season
The Latino Business Alliance will host a Cinco de Mayo Networking Celebration, Thursday, May 1 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Las Originales Bar and Grill.
May 1: Latino Business Alliance ‘Cinco de Mayo Networking Celebration’
Join the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce for a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting at Sanaya Beauty, Wednesday, April 30 at 4 p.m.
April 30: Sanaya Beauty Studio Grand Opening
The unmistakable sights, sounds and flavors of the Old West are making their way back to William S. Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Ave., Newhall, CA 91321 and you do not have to wait long.
Laurene Weste | Where the West Comes to Life: The 29th Annual Cowboy Festival
Visit the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia branch, 10-11 a.m. Monday, April 14 for a paws-itively delightful new program, "Paws to Connect: Adults and Animals."
April 14: ‘Paws to Connect’ at Valencia Library
Special Needs Athletes and Peers Sports will host its Food and Wine Tasting with Salt Creek Grille Fundraiser and Blues Music event, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8.
May 8: SNAP Sports Food, Wine Tasting Fundraiser at Salt Creek
College of the Canyons will host Howard Fisher's Cougar Basketball Camp, with registration for two sessions now open to boys and girls entering third through eighth grade.
June 16-19, 23-26: Howard Fisher’s Cougar Basketball Camp
The College of the Canyons women's volleyball program invites girls and boys ages 8-14 to participate in the 2025 COC Summer Volleyball Camp, with two sessions beginning in July.
July 21-24, 28-31: COC Volleyball Summer Camp
The Valley Industry Association will host a luncheon Friday, April 18, on the topic of "An Innovative California Community for the 21st Century."
April 18: Valencia by FivePoint VIA Luncheon
College of the Canyons women's basketball will host the 2025 Cougar Pride Team Camp June 27-28 at Lee Smelser Court in the Cougar Cage.
June 27-28: Women’s Basketball to Host 2025 Cougar Pride Team Camp
SCV Water Agency will hold its next regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 15.
April 15: Regular Meeting of SCV Water Board
1909 - Oil Pioneer Wallace L. Hardison killed in collision with train [story]
Wallace Hardison
In its efforts to prevent distracted driving and save lives on our roads, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is reminding all drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and keep their hands on the wheel.
LASD Reminds Drivers: Eyes Forward Focused Driving Saves Lives
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