Heads Up! Since City incorporation in 1987, public safety has remained a top priority for the city of Santa Clarita. As the weather warms up and more residents take to the streets and sidewalks for cycling and walking, it is important to be a Heads Up! driver and pedestrian. Recently, we have witnessed...

One Story One City One of my favorite passions is traveling, especially to exotic countries to explore different cultures and lifestyles – and if I can’t travel, I love to escape within the pages of a book. Get ready Santa Clarita and join me on this literary journey as the time has come to unveil...

By Andrew Skinner Founder, Executive Director Triumph Foundation Star has never been one to let a tough situation keep her down. But an unexpected injury put her resilience to the test. Life took an unexpected turn for Star when, waking from a corrective surgery, she found that she couldn’t move...

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, whose Fifth District includes the Santa Clarita Valley, issued a statement in response to Thursday’s Chiquita Canyon Landfill protest. The full statement available below: “The community has every right to voice their concerns and exercise their legal...

While Valentine’s Day may have passed, the spirit of love continues to flourish throughout February, especially here at Henry Mayo Hospital, where we’re dedicated to celebrating matters of the heart in more ways than one! Beyond the chocolates and flowers, we’re focusing on maintaining...

Spring Into Sports in Santa Clarita! “Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” – John Muir As the seasons transition and spring begins to warm up our Valley, it’s the perfect time for residents to get outdoors and get active. Living in Southern California gives us...

Dating back to the early 20th century, Santa Clarita has stood as a favored filming destination with silent movie productions seeking the region’s scenic backdrop for their films. The vast expanses of rugged mountains, sprawling ranches and iconic canyons provided filmmakers with a versatile canvas...

By Marcia Mayeda One of my favorite sites on social media is the site called WeRateDogs. WeRateDogs asks pet owners to send photos of their dogs, then posts selected photos with humorous comments. Dogs are rated on a scale of one to ten, but always get an above-ten rating. The posts are always enjoyable...

Shop Local This Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love and affection, has traditionally been marked by gestures of thoughtful gifts and romantic dining experiences. This year, I encourage all of you, instead of funneling your affection into big box stores, to turn your attention to...

Find Your “Furever” Friend at the Castaic Animal Care Center! “Dogs don’t make judgments about physical appearance or abilities, and they don’t care how big your house is or what you can do for a living. They care about the quality of your character and your capacity to love.” –...