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]
Note: U.S. Rep. Steve Knight, R-Palmdale, represents the Santa Clarita Valley in Congress. This is his weekly newsletter.
Fighting Against a Bad Deal Our main focus in Washington, D.C. this week has been on the proposed nuclear deal with Iran that the current administration negotiated in June. I stand in firm opposition to the deal because it exchanges billions of dollars in sanctions relief for half-hearted, short-term benchmarks on Iran’s nuclear program that will do nothing but embolden them and put our allies in the region in direct danger. I will continue to fight against any deal that will put the interests of a terrorist regime before our own and those of our ally Israel.
Thoughts for our Law Enforcement On Tuesday night, I spoke on the House floor to recognize and honor the brave police officers that have fallen in the line of duty. God bless them all for their service and sacrifice. To watch the speech, click here.
Honoring Our Fallen Officers
Standing Up for Infants On our first night back in Washington, D.C., the House passed H.R. 1462, the Protecting Our Infants Act of 2015. This bill would direct the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality to study and develop recommendations for preventing and treating prenatal opioid abuse and neonatal abstinence syndrome. As the husband of a neonatal nurse at Antelope Valley Hospital, I was proud to support this legislation that protects our most vulnerable citizens.
Thinking Long Term on Long Range Strike On Wednesday, I attended a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the future Long Range Strike Program. The program is very important to our community as the B-2 was rolled out over 25 years ago in the Antelope Valley and I fought to have the next bomber built in our area as well. I stressed the need to continue the program in a way that keeps costs down and still accomplishes our mission.
Discussing the significance of the Long Range Strike Program
Calling All Aspiring Interns My Washington, D.C. Office is currently looking for qualified and enthusiastic interns. If you have an interest in politics or policy, enjoy a fun and fast-paced work environment, and want to improve your job skills in the nation’s Capital, then fill out an application here.
Around the District
Military Academy Information Day If you know any young men or women who are interested in applying to a Military Academy, please tell them to mark their calendars for Military Academy Information Day on Saturday. This event is open to all interested residents of California’s 25th Congressional District who are 17 to 21 years of age. It is also open to those Freshmen through Junior class high school students preparing for application. We will have Information Packets and all of the materials you will need in order to understand the process and requirements to apply to an Academy. For more information, visit the event page.Visiting Plant 42 Last week I took a tour of Plant 42 in Palmdale. I met with leaders in the aerospace industry and checked out the latest aircraft being developed there. This unique site is so important to not only the Antelope Valley but it is critical to our national security as well.
Speaking with Aerospace Leaders at Plant 42
Thank You SCV Rotary In August, my office presented a certificate to Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club president Lou Esbin and SCV Rotary Club Veterans Committee Chair Jim Lentini. The recognition was in honor of the Rotary Club’s dedication of a monument honoring Santa Clarita fallen from the Korean and Vietnam wars at the Rotary Garden adjacent to the Santa Clarita Activities Center.
Keep up the great work Mr. Lentini
AV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce On September 1st I had the honor of speaking at the award winning Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber Luncheon. I talked about the importance of small businesses in our area’s economy, the need for a strong national defense policy, and about how my office can help constituents dealing with federal agencies like the Departments of Social Security, Veterans Affairs, and Immigration.
Speaking to the AV Hispanic Chamber
Farewell Simi Valley Interns Thank you to all the fantastic interns in my Simi Valley District Office who recently returned to school or the job market. Your hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication have been a huge help. I wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you around town.
Thank you Simi Interns!
Save the Date for Leaders of Character Every year the Boy Scouts of America Bill Hart District host a Leaders of Character Recognition Dinner to raise funds by honoring members of the community who have made a positive impact. This year’s event will be held on October 9th at the Hyatt in Valencia. It is a great event for a great cause, so save the date. For more information, visit here.
Around the Corner
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11, 9:30am
Antelope Valley Fallen Heroes Memorial at the Antelope Valley Mall, 1233 Rancho Vista Boulevard,
PalmdaleHandsOn Santa Clarita’s 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony September 11, 5-8pm
Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Boulevard, Valencia
Knight Military Academy Information Day September 12, 10-12am
College of the Canyons at the Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook Building, University Center, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
Craft Beer Fest September 12, 12-5pm
Bridgeport Park, 23520 Bridgeport Lane, Santa Clarita
Celebrate America on The BLVD September 12, 5 – 9 pm
The BLVD between Genoa Avenue and Beech Avenue, Lancaster
Devil’s Punchbowl Telescope Program September 12, 9pm
Devil’s Punchbowl Natural Area, 28000 Devils Punch Bowl Road, Pearblossom
Simi Valley Days September 17-20
Simi Valley Town Center, 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley
Vets 4 Veterans Classic Car Show and Poker Run September 20, 12-4pm
Poncitlan Square, 38315 9th Street East, between East Avenue Q-9 & East Avenue Q-10, Palmdale
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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.
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.
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.
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]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For the fifth consecutive time since its formation in 2018, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with a WaterSense Excellence Award.
College of the Canyons women's soccer opened the Western State Conference, South Division portion of its schedule Tuesday, Oct. 1, with a 2-0 victory over visiting Glendale College.
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