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1849 - Jayhawkers encounter Bennett-Arcan party in southern Utah; latter makes wrong decision, heads through Death Valley toward SCV [story]
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Six Flags Opening Bonzai Pipelines on Monday
Friday, May 23, 2014

[KHTS] – Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is set to hold an official launch Memorial Day for its two new rides, the Bonzai Pipelines. The Bonzai Pipelines are designed for speed and thrills, with riders starting in closed capsules that fill with water before the floor drops out, launching the rider...

Jazz and Blues Festival Lineup Announced

[KHTS] – The Valencia Jazz and Blues Festival is gearing up for its 15th annual event next to the Hyatt Regency Valencia starting June 13. “This series of live performances will feature famous regional, national and international entertainers in a family-friendly environment as a community...

All-saxophone ensemble to play free concert at Hart Park

Saxtravaganza is back again this year and will be performing a free family concert in Hart Hall at Hart Park at 7 p.m. on June 22. The 20 piece ensemble will be performing under the instruction of Kathleen Maxwell. This year marks the fifteenth year that the group has been performing in Santa Clarita. “You...

Pilates Teck Owner Releases Book Aimed at Golfers
Wednesday, May 21, 2014

[KHTS] – Karena Thek, the owner of Pilates Teck in Newhall and host of “Alive and Well”on KHTS AM-1220, came out with her third book in May, relating pilates to other common activities and health problems. Her first two books dealt with how Pilates can help patients who suffer from osteoporosis...

June Art SLAM Highlighting Garlic

[KHTS] – Art SLAM, which is part of the city’s free Thursdays at Newhall event series, will feature free food tastings, cooking demonstrations and an open-air gallery that will showcase an array of artists, photographers, models, designers and musicians– all with the common theme of garlic,...

Bands Do Battle at COC on Sunday
Monday, May 19, 2014

[KHTS] – The College of the Canyons hosted a Battle of the Bands Sunday at the college’s Canyon Country Campus with prizes, raffles, performances and a car display. It was a warm day with a cool breeze as 7 bands competed for first, second and third place positions at the Carl A. Rasmussen outdoor...

CalArts Alum’s ‘Fairly OddParents’ Nominated for Daytime Emmy

The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences announced the nominees this month for the 41st Annual Daytime Emmy Awards — the awards that recognize achievement in all fields of daytime television production, from daytime dramas to talk shows and animation. Included on the list of nominees is...

SCV Resident Kristy Swanson Starring in New Film
Friday, May 16, 2014

[KHTS] – The Santa Clarita Valley is home to many celebrities, including Olympic ice skating medalist Lloyd Eisler and the original “Buffy, the Vampire Slayer,” actress Kristy Swanson. The SCV has long served as Hollywood’s “backlot” with film and television productions...

Bands Do Battle at COC This Weekend
Tuesday, May 13, 2014

[KHTS] – This Sunday, three celebrity judges and seven local bands will gather at College of the Canyons‘ Canyon Country Campus for the school’s inaugural Battle of the Bands competition. Keyboard Galleria received 40 entries during the two-month submission period and narrowed it down...

Super Jazz Coming to West Ranch Saturday
Monday, May 12, 2014

[News Release] – On Saturday, West Ranch High School presents Super Jazz at the Ranch. Jazz bands from across the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding areas will converge at West Ranch High School for what promises to be an outstanding day of jazz. Top adjudicators that include active professional...

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The Chiquita Landfill Community Advisory Board will meet Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m. at the Castaic Library, 27971 Sloan Canyon Road, Castaic, CA 91384.
Oct. 8: Chiquita Landfill Community Advisory Board Meeting
1849 - Jayhawkers encounter Bennett-Arcan party in southern Utah; latter makes wrong decision, heads through Death Valley toward SCV [story]
William Manly
2000 - Movie stuntman Richard Farnsworth, 2000 Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee, and Dr. Robert Rockwell, first COC president, die on the same day [Farnsworth story] [Rockwell story]
Farnsworth-Rockwell
1970 - College of the Canyons' first on-campus classes held in portable buildings located just south of future Cougar Stadium [story]
portables
The Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 8: SUSD Holds Public Hearing on Teachers’ Union Proposal
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures in the triple digits have been forecast for the Santa Clarita Valley Saturday, Oct. 5 through Monday, Oct. 7.
Excessive Heat Warning Predicts Triple Digit Temps for SCV
Eclipse Theatre LA presents Ray Bradbury’s "Something Wicked This Way Comes," an adaptation of the classic novel by the legendary science fiction and horror author, on select dates in October in Old Town Newhall.
‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ at The Main
October is National Women's Small Business Month and to celebrate Los Angeles County Fifth District Superviser Kathryn Barger honored three Fifth District small business owners at the Board of Supervisors meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Barger Honors Posh Sweets During Women’s Small Business Month
Dr. Jason Wright, an astronomy and astrophysics professor at Penn State, will present “Intelligent Ways to Search for Extraterrestrials” at the College of the Canyons Fall 2024 Star Party on Friday, Nov. 1.
Nov. 1: COC 2024 Fall Star Party at Canyon Country Campus
The city of Santa Clarita will present the cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show weekend showings from Friday, Oct. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Saugus, CA 91350.
Oct. 25-27: Rocky Horror Picture Show Weekend Showing at the Centre
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 8, in open session beginning at 6 p.m.
Oct. 8: Council to Hold Public Hearing on Tesoro Del Valle Project Changes
Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger recently honored Donna Deutchman, the retired Chief Executive Officer of Homes 4 Families, a non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to helping veterans and their families attain affordable housing
Barger Honors Retired CEO of Homes 4 Families
The award-winning Hart High School dance team is hosting a youth clinic on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2-4:30 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The event is open to boys and girls ages 4-18 and no previous dance experience is required.
Oct. 12: Hart High Dance Team Hosts Youth Clinic
The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk has announced voters can expect to start receiving their ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election in the mail within the next few days.
L.A. County Issues Vote by Mail Ballots
The United States Department of Justice has announced federal and local law enforcement have arrested 42 members and associates of the SFV Peckerwoods, a San Fernando Valley-based white supremacist street gang, on a 76-count federal grand jury indictment.
Canyon Country Woman Charged in Federal Indictment
The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra presents "Young Stars and Old Masters," Sunday, Oct. 13 2-4 p.m. at Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, 19300 Nadal St., Santa Clarita, 91351.
Oct. 13:  Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra ‘Young Stars, Old Masters’
1900 - Pico oil driller Alex Mentry (as in Mentryville) succumbs to typhoid fever at California Hospital in Los Angeles [story]
Alex Mentry
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced its 14th annual Salute to Patriots event, as the business community comes together to salute veterans for leadership in the business community and their dedicated service to America.
Nov. 7: Salute to Patriots Nominations Now Open
The family of Los Angeles County Sheriff Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer in partnership with the American Red Cross presents the Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Memorial Blood Drive on Monday, Oct. 7.
Oct. 7: Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Memorial Blood Drive
The city of Santa Clarita announces the return of the second annual Pet Adoption Week, Monday, Oct. 7-Saturday, Oct. 12.
City Waives Adoption Fees for Pet Adoption Week
The Sable Movie Ranch, located near the intersection of Sand Canyon and Placerita Canyon Roads has been listed for sale at $35 million.
Sable Movie Ranch Listed for $35M
As fall approaches, the city of Santa Clarita is gearing up for its most anticipated season of the year.
Jason Gibbs | Explore Events at Santa Clarita Community Centers
On behalf of Q2 Solutions, IQVIA Laboratories invites members of the Santa Clarita Valley business community to the Grand Opening ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 9-10:30 a.m.
Oct. 9: Q2 Solutions Grand Opening, Site Tour
California Institute of the Arts has announced the death of Robert J. Fitzpatrick, 84, (1940-2024), CalArt’s second president, who died on Sept. 30.
Robert Fitzpatrick, CalArts’ Second President Dies at 84
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