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1882 - Author Helen Hunt Jackson visits Rancho Camulos; inspiration for "Ramona" novel [story]
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mug_Buck_mckeonRep. Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, R-Santa Clarita, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following statement Thursday on new policies announced by the Department of Defense aimed to combat sexual assault in the military:

“I applaud the Department for continuing to address this very real problem.  Expanding support for victims, promoting chain of command oversight, systematic review of sexual assault investigations and increased use of lawyer investigators are vital steps necessary for the kind of cultural change that will ultimately stamp out this crisis within the ranks. While many of these reforms reflect legislation the House has already overwhelmingly passed, I support Secretary Hagel for implementing policy changes he is already empowered to make.  The House approved a range of sexual assault reforms more than a month ago and I hope that Senator Reid will move expeditiously to take them up when the Senate returns in September.”

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April 18-19: Cowboy Festival Announces Line Up for 30th Anniversary
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The 20th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
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The city of Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival has announced the lineup of performers forthe 30th anniversary event to be held the weekend of April 18-19 at William S. Hart Park in Newhall.
April 18-19: Cowboy Festival Announces Line Up for 30th Anniversary
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The William S. Hart Union High School District's seven comprehensive high schools have been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement School Honor Roll.
Hart District High Schools Named to 2025 AP School Honor Roll
<strong>1882</strong> - Author Helen Hunt Jackson visits Rancho Camulos; inspiration for "Ramona" novel [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/carter-ramona1902.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/carter-ramona1902.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/lw2434t.jpg" alt="HH Jackson" style="margin-top:6px;border:0;width:110px;"> </a>
The 20th annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is underway throughout Southern California through March 31.
The 20th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Spirit of the West” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the first floor gallery in City Hall from March 4 through May 20.
Feb. 22: Call for Entry ‘Spirit of the West’ Juried Exhibition Deadline
The West Ranch High School intermediate theatre program presents the classic Agatha Christie mystery “Murder on the Orient Express,” opening Thursday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. in the high school’s auditorium.
Jan. 29-31: West Ranch High School Theatre Presents ‘Murder on the Orient Express’
Valencia Library will host a "Teen Library Eats: Smoothie Bar," event Thursday, Jan. 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Jan 29: ‘Teen Library Eats Smoothie Bar’ at Valencia Library
Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra has announced the winners of its Young Soloist Competition, celebrating the extraordinary talent of young musicians from the community and surrounding areas.
Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra Announces Youth Soloist Winners
The Olive Branch Theatricals will present "Rosalinda, CA," an original story by Carlos Gomez,Jr., 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14- Sunday, Feb. 22 at Valencia Town Center.
Feb. 14-22: The Olive Branch Theatricals Presents ‘Rosalinda, CA’
Lucky Luke Brewing in collaboration with Good Vibes Events LA will host a Valentine's Market, 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.
Feb. 7: Valentine’s Market at Lucky Luke Brewing
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, "Contracts: The Basics (with live negotiating activity)" on Thursday, Jan. 29 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Jan. 29: SBDC Webinar on Contracts
On Tuesday, Feb. 3 from 12-1:15 p.m. the LA County Library will offer a virtual program entitled "Work Ready: How to Prep for Job Interviews."
Feb. 3: County Library Virtual Program on How to Prep for Job Interviews
Step into a winter wonderland at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Branch of the Santa Clarita Public Library on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 3:30–4:30 p.m. for a magical Frozen Party with Elsa.
Jan. 27: ‘Frozen’ Party at Canyon Country Library
The Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps program at Valencia High School has earned the highest possible rating of “Exceeds Standards” following its Unit Assessment conducted on Jan. 14. Additionally, Cadet Sophia Nabiev, Valencia High School, and Cadet Weston Michel, Saugus High School, received special recognition as top performers.
Valencia JROTC Cadets Earn Top Marks
<strong>1839</strong> - Gov. Juan B. Alvarado gives most of SCV to Mexican Army Lt. Antonio del Valle. [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part14.html" target="new_window">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part14.html" target="new_window"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/jj2003at.jpg" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;" alt="Diseno map"> </a>
After hitting its initial volunteer goal last night, today the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority announced a strong start to the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.
Momentum Builds Following Successful Start to 2026 Homeless Count
The Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2026 Non-Profit Love Match designed to connect passionate professionals with local nonprofits searching for volunteers and board leaders.
Feb 10: Non-Profit Love Match, A High-Impact Networking Experience for Professionals & Nonprofits
The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert for Thursday, Jan. 22 in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Jan. 22: Residential No Burn Day Alert Declared for Santa Clarita Valley
California State University, Northridge has earned the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching that highlights an institution’s commitment to community engagement.
CSUN Earns 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides George Whitesides (CA-27) introduced a bill to improve transparency and oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Program, which he then testified in support of during a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.
Whitesides Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Transparency in Veterans’ Home Loan Program
Joy is the one word that comes to top of mind when Yan Searcy, dean of California State University, Northridge’s College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, thinks about comedian, actor and entrepreneur Cedric the Entertainer.
Feb. 2: CSUN’s Spring Salon Series to Feature Conversation with Cedric the Entertainer
The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced an additional comment period to collect feedback on several changes to proposed autonomous heavy- and light-vehicle regulations, including a delay in the implementation date of new data reporting requirements.
The DMV Opens Second 15-Day Public Comment Period on Autonomous Heavy- and Light-Duty Vehicles
<strong>1914</strong> - Signal newspaper owner-editor Scott Newhall born in San Francisco [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/tn1968.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href = "https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/tn1968.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/tn1968t.jpg" alt="Scott Newhall" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
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