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1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family


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SCV NewsBreak for Thursday, July 28, 2016
Thursday, Jul 28, 2016

The Sand Fire that burned over 33-thousand acres is 65-percent contained as of Thursday afternoon. As of Thursday, Sand Fire areas in the Angeles National Forest will be closed off to the public. 23 year old Valencia resident Alex Ngan almost made it to the Olympic Swim Trials in Omaha but faced a number...

SCV NewsBreak for Wednesday, July 27. 2016
Wednesday, Jul 27, 2016

The Sand Fire is now reportedly at 40% containment and has burned an estimated 38, 346 acres as of Wednesday afternoon. What would you do if you lost everything: your home, any memorabilia you had, and the comfort of having your roof over your head? The Sand Fire fighting team sent a thank you to the...

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Tuesday, Jul 26, 2016

Several government leaders are urging Governor Jerry Brown to issue a State Declaration of Disaster for the Sand Fire. With 18 structures lost from the fire, many families are facing coming home to a charred landscape instead of their homes. GoFundMe pages have been set up by families asking for the...

SCV NewsBreak for Monday, July 25, 2016
Monday, Jul 25, 2016

High and rising temperatures as well as the potential for winds to increase were just a few elements firefighters were battling at the frontlines of the Sand Fire on Monday. Over 10,000 homes have since been evacuated due to the Sand Fire that began on Friday afternoon. Golden Valley High School Summer...

SCV NewsBreak for Friday, July 22, 2016
Friday, Jul 22, 2016

A brush fire in the Sand Canyon area has reached 2,500 acres with no containment as of 6 p.m. Friday. A rally organized through Facebook led to dozens of residents gathering in front of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff Station to show their support for law enforcement. Plus, entertainment and family...

SCV NewsBreak for Thursday, July 21, 2016
Thursday, Jul 21, 2016

A memorial service celebrating the life of State Senator Sharon Runner is set for July 29 in her lifelong hometown of Lancaster. The words science and technology tend to make students both excited and nervous, however, teachers in Santa Clarita are learning new ways to make these intimidating subjects...

SCV NewsBreak for Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Wednesday, Jul 20, 2016

The man who killed his wife and his sister in what he called “mercy killings” was found guilty on two counts of first degree murder. The West Nile Virus has claimed the lives of 12 animals in Santa Clarita so far this summer. Sometimes a teddy bear is all it takes for a child to feel a little better....

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Tuesday, Jul 19, 2016

A Saugus woman has died after collision on the 5 freeway early Tuesday morning. L.A. County Health officials are looking into claims that a 53 year old woman was bit by a bat in Central Park during Concerts in the Park. Looking to do a bit of closet cleaning before Fall starts? OutWest is back this July...

SCV NewsBreak for Monday, July 18, 2016
Monday, Jul 18, 2016

The third crash in less than two weeks again shut down lanes on Interstate 5 early Monday. A San Clemente man who struck and killed a Valencia man on New Years will be back in court in October. Sheriff’s deputies were shown a lot of love today when members of the community came out to the annual Chalk...

SCV NewsBreak for Friday, July 15, 2016
Friday, Jul 15, 2016

Indigenous people who are participating in a run across two continents stopped in SCV to be greeted by local tribal members before continuing on south. A large algae bloom has developed in Pyramid Lake and the public is being asked to avoid contact with the water. There are a variety of events coming...

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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
College of the Canyons baseball is sending five players to four-year universities to continue their academic journeys and athletic careers following the 2024 season.
Five Cougars Taking Skills to Next Level
The Master's University baseball has signed pitcher Mack Skeels to join the team for the 2025 season.
Pitcher Mack Skeels Commits to Mustangs Baseball
Drug-related overdose and poisoning deaths plateaued for the first time in ten years in 2023 in Los Angeles County, a new Los Angeles County Department of Public Health analysis of Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner data has found.
L.A. County’s Drug-Related Overdose Deaths Plateau for First Time in Decade
As temperatures soar in Los Angeles, so do the numbers of mosquitoes and their relentless, itchy bites.
Vector Control Launches Summer Safeguarding Campaign
1982 - Vic Morrow & two child actors killed in helicopter crash at Indian Dunes during filming of "Twilight Zone: The Movie" [story]
Twilight Zone Movie
Picture this…a cozy blanket laid out on the grass, the warm evening breeze and your favorite film playing on the big screen.
Ken Striplin | City Cinemas Brings Back Movies Under the Stars
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