As my wife, Virginia, and I stroll through our magnificent city, we admire the beautiful paseos and the expansive open spaces, but what really catches our eye, is the diverse works of art at every turn. As some of you may know, Virginia is a talented artist, and whether it’s Sidewalk Poetry etched...

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin As a father of three, I understand firsthand the importance of guiding our children through open communication and keeping them engaged in extracurricular activities and sports to foster their growth. Like many of you, I am...

“Every time we use energy efficiently, we create a ripple effect that benefits the entire world.” — Peter Yewell You may have noticed that things look a little different around our city. Maybe you noticed the motion sensor lights at our parks, or the solar panels being installed in city parking...

California State  Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) is urging residents to prepare an emergency evacuation plan as the Line Fire, Bridge Fire and several other wildfires continue to pose a serious threat to High Desert and foothill communities. “Wildfires move quickly and can overwhelm neighborhoods...

As we approach the November 2024 elections, the importance of informed voting cannot be overstated. The choices we make at the ballot box will shape the future of our city, state and nation. Yet, in an era where soundbites often substitute for substantive discussion, how can voters truly grasp the complexities...

As scorching triple-digit temperatures engulf Los Angeles County throughout the weekend and excessive heat warnings have been issued for many communities in Los Angeles County’s Fifth District, I urge residents to do their part to lessen the threat of wildfires. Conditions are ripe for triggering...

After being part of the Parks and Recreation Commission in the early 90s and spending nearly 30 years on the City Council, my life has been dedicated to creating a community where residents and businesses feel welcomed and safe here in Santa Clarita. From our award-winning facilities, 38 parks, miles...

One of our community’s most-popular volunteer events is the annual River Rally. More than a thousand residents of all ages, dedicate their morning to making our city a cleaner, healthier place to live. This year, the 29th Annual River Rally Cleanup and Environmental Expo will be held on Saturday,...

One of my favorite things about our city is our incredible parks system, which we are adding to and enhancing every year. In the last 12 months we completed the Central Park Buildout Project and opened the city’s 38th park, Skyline Ranch Park. Both of these projects have greatly benefited our community...

A Significant Year Begins… As August comes to a close and the school year starts for all student athletes in the Southern Section, I want to officially welcome everyone back as we begin the 2024-2025 school year. This school year will be significant for a variety of reasons which are highlighted...