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1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
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June 28: Saugus Union School District Board Meeting
Monday, Jun 27, 2022

The Saugus Union School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular in-person meeting Tuesday, June 28, at 6:30 p.m. at Saugus District Education Center, 24930 Avenue Stanford, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. The board will meet in closed session from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The meeting is also available...

Hart District Recognizes School Resource Officers
Friday, Jun 24, 2022

The board of trustees of the William S. Hart Union High School District recognized Sergeant Michael Marino and Hart District school resource officers during the board’s regular meeting held June 8. The sergeant and deputies were recognized by the governing board for their outstanding service and...

Castaic Union Adds Irene Boden as New Assistant Superintendent

Irene BodenIrene Boden has been named Assistant Superintendent of Business & Administrative Services at Castaic Union School District. She will assume her new responsibilities effective July 1, 2022 and will assume many of the duties of former Chief Business Official, Linette Hodson, who will be...

June 15-July 31 High School Tennis Courts Open to the Public
Friday, Jun 17, 2022

Grab your tennis rackets and head to the tennis courts. The city of Santa Clarita in partnership with the William S. Hart Union High School District and local high schools will encourage residents to bring their best swing to three different locations across the Santa Clarita Valley. The following tennis...

Newhall School District to Hire New Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Leticia HernandezThe Newhall School District Governing Board has announced that Leticia Hernandez has been selected as the new superintendent of schools pending board approval at the upcoming June 28, 2022 board meeting. Hernandez is scheduled to begin her position on July 1, 2022. The new superintendent...

Hart District Names Two New Principals
Thursday, Jun 16, 2022

Kullen Welch, left, new principal of La Mesa Junior High School. Robert Fisher, new principal of West Ranch High School. The William S. Hart Union High School District Governing Board unanimously approved the appointment of Kullen Welch as the new principal of La Mesa Junior High School and Robert Fisher...

June 15: Hart District Special Meeting
Tuesday, Jun 14, 2022

The Governing Board of the William S. Hart Union High School District will hold a closed session at 7:30 a.m., followed immediately by special meeting at 8 a.m., on Wednesday, June 15. The meeting will take place at the Administrative Center, located at 21380 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, California. The...

Former Saugus School Board President Pleads No Contest to Grand Theft
Monday, Jun 13, 2022

Paul De La Cerda, a former Saugus Union School District board president and East Los Angeles College dean, pleaded no contest to one count of grand theft on Friday, receiving two years of probation. To read the complete story visit The Santa Clarita Valley Signal.

Newhall School District Announces Four New Principals
Thursday, Jun 9, 2022

A ship is only as seaworthy as the captain at its helm and Newhall School District is proud to announce four new experienced “captains,” or principals, at Wiley Canyon, Pico Canyon, Oak Hills and Peachland Elementary Schools. All of their assignments are effective July 1. “We are excited about...

Fundraiser Set Up for Beloved Hart High Employee Larry Fiscus

A crowdfunding account has been created for longtime and beloved Hart High School employee Larry “Legend” Fiscus. Fiscus recently suffered a major stroke and his Hart family is seeking donations to help offset costs that could be associated with upcoming difficulties and medical care. The...

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The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation announced earlier this month that Jey Wagner stepped down from his role as president and CEO effective July 8, 2024.
SCVEDC Seeking Candidates for President, CEO
(CN) — The California Supreme Court on Thursday rebuffed a union-backed challenge to the voter-approved law that exempts app-based drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash from being classified as employees rather than independent contractors under the state's labor code.
State’s Top Court Rules Ride-Share Drivers to Remain Independent Contractors
Daniel Rush has been named the head coach for The Master's University's cross country and track & field teams.
TMU Names Daniel Rush Mustangs XCTF Head Coach
Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages.
Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
"Inside Out 2," the sequel to Pixar’s 2015 hit, is taking the worldwide box office by storm.
CalArtians Help Propel ‘Inside Out 2’ to Highest-Grossing Animated Film
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, the second annual "Game. Set. Hope. Charity Tennis Tournament" will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning 9:30 a.m., at the West Ranch High School tennis courts.
Sept. 7: ‘Game. Set. Hope.’ Tennis Tourney Benefiting Mental Health Awareness
Building on California’s ongoing work and unprecedented investments to address the decades-long issue of homelessness, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while  respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians.
Newsom Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments
1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for July 24
The Los Angeles County Departments of Mental Health and Public Health have centralized access to mental health and substance use services into one 24/7 call center at (800) 854-7771.
Los Angeles County Revamps 24/7 Help Line to Integrate Access to Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Adopt a Pet and help the Castaic Animal Shelter "Clear the Shelter" with their kick-off Party on Aug. 10. 
Aug. 10:  ‘Clear the Shelter Kick off Party’ at Castaic Shelter Next Month
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Engineering and Operations Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Aug 1, at 5:30 p.m., in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom, 26521 Summit Circle in Santa Clarita.
Aug. 1: SCV Water’s Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting
The California Department of Motor Vehicles invites businesses, public agencies and innovators to apply to join two community “hackathons” to promote additional uses for the California mobile Driver’s License.
DMV to Host Community Hackathons to Facilitate Additional Uses for Mobile Driver’s License
In an effort to maintain transparency with the entire Saugus Union School District community, SUSD is announcing that the Governing Board of the Saugus Union School District will consider placing a school facility measure onto the Nov. 5, 2024 ballot.
Saugus Union School District to Put Facility Measure on November Ballot
Princess Cruises, the leading cruise line in Alaska, today unveiled its biggest-ever Alaska season for 2026, highlighted by the debut of the newest ship in its fleet, Star Princess.
Princess Cruises Reveals Epic 2026 Alaska Season
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a traffic safety operation on, July 24 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk.
July 24: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce today announced the honorees for its second Annual Black Business Month Celebration, taking place at California Institute of the Arts on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 5:30 p.m.
SCV Chamber Announces Honorees For Second Annual Black Business Month Celebration
1864 - Walker/Reynier family patriarch Jean Joseph Reynier, then 15, arrives in Sand Canyon from France; eventually homesteads 1,200 acres [story]
Joseph Reynier
College of the Canyons graduating sophomore Jonah El-Farra has been named a California Community Colleges Men's Basketball Coaches Associations (CCCMBCA) student-athlete scholarship recipient for the 2023-24 season. 
El-Farra Earns Coaches Associations’ Student-Athlete Scholarship
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Tuesday a motion introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Chair Lindsey P. Horvath that directs the creation of an independent Ethics Commission and ethics reform measures to improve transparency and create greater oversight in County government.
Supes Unanimously Approve Creation of Ethics Commission, Reform
The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration for its upcoming “Body & Presence” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Canyon Country Community Center during the City's annual Business for Artists Conference.
Aug. 4: Call for Art ‘Body & Presence’ Exhibit Deadline
Zach Schroeder, the head coach for The Master’s University track and cross country programs, is stepping down to be closer to family.
After Historic Run, TMU Coach Zach Schroeder Steps Down
The community is invited to an SCV Senior Center Health and Wellness program lecture “Let’s Talk About Kidney Health” on Wednesday, July 24, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
July 24: SCV Senior Center Wellness Program Lecture on Kidney Health
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