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1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
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April 14: Vasquez Rocks Public Star Party
Tuesday, Apr 10, 2018

On Saturday evening April 14, the Local Group Astronomy Club of Santa Clarita is hosting a free public Star Party at Vasquez Rocks Natural Area. The event will include a large number of amateur astronomers with many telescopes set up for your viewing pleasure. Come look at planets, nebulae and galaxies...

April 28: Day at the Rocks Family Fun Event
Tuesday, Apr 3, 2018

Presented by the Vasquez Rocks Nature Center Associates, the annual Day at the Rocks Family Fun event will take place Saturday, April 28. The day will be full of fun, free educational activities. Guests of all ages can learn about native plants and animals, archaeology, science, conservation, and much...

Vehicle Fire on Highway 14 Near Agua Dulce Doused Quickly
Wednesday, Nov 29, 2017

Los Angeles County firefighters extinguished a vehicle fire on southbound Highway 14 near Agua Dulce early Wednesday afternoon, according to Inspector Joey Marron. The fire was reported just after noon. “We got reports of a vehicle on fire on the side of the road,” Marron said. “Our...

Oct. 15: SPACEROCK Trail Race at Vasquez Rocks
Monday, Oct 9, 2017

New Global Adventures has announced the 2nd annual SPACEROCK Trail Race, a trail race through the iconic Vasquez Rocks Natural Park featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K trail race on Oct. 15th. Experience the exotic trails and sights of the world famous Vasquez Rocks, best known as the backdrop from...

World Police and Fire Games Under Way; Road Closures in Effect
Tuesday, Aug 8, 2017

The World Police and Fire Games’ time trials for the cycling road race will take place Tuesday. The time trials will take place in the Acton and Agua Dulce areas. In order to ensure the safety of the participants, there will be several road closures which will result in substantial delays throughout...

Police, Fire Games to Impact Access to Local Shops, Homes
Thursday, Aug 3, 2017

Los Angeles is the proud host of the 2017 World Police and Fire Games. The games will be held from August 7th, 2017, to August 16th, 2017, at several locations throughout Los Angeles County. Over 8,000 athletes, representing more than 65 countries, will be competing in 65 Olympic-style sporting events. On...

July 29: Men’s Night at Agua Dulce Women’s Club
Thursday, Jul 20, 2017

Men’s Night 2017 Save the Date! Saturday, July 29th 6pm – 11pm Guns, knives, booze & bar tabs is the theme. And that is exactly what we will be raffling off! Come join us for a fun night of music, food & raffles. Want to Sponsor the event? Call Amanda at 661-733-9509 Check back...

October 15: Spacerock Trail Race at Vasquez Rocks
Wednesday, Jul 5, 2017

The 2nd Annual Spacerock Trail Race, a spectacular half-marathon, 10K or 5K trail race through the iconic Vasquez Rocks Natural Park in Agua Dulce, is set for October 15, 2017. Runners get to experience the park’s winding trails through the other-worldly rock formations seen around the world as...

Man Killed in Highway 14 Collision in Agua Dulce
Wednesday, May 31, 2017

One person was killed in a collision on Highway 14 in Agua Dulce on Wednesday. “The victim’s van was disabled in a lane on the road for unknown reasons, when it was struck by the oncoming Freightliner,” said Officer Carroll of California Highway Patrol. A 1996 Chevy Van and a 2010 Freightliner...

Suspected Arson Fire Burns House, Barn in Agua Dulce
Monday, May 29, 2017

Multiple structures and surrounding grass in Agua Dulce burned early Monday morning in what investigators believe to be an arson incident. A home and barn across the street from Le Chene restaurant were a total loss, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department officials, who confirmed the suspicion...

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1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
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 April 24
Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way to back to Santa Clarita, y’all. 
May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita
State Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger honor the memory of those lost 109 years ago in Armenian Genocide. 
Barger, Wilk Recognize Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
The Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps is excited to announce the inaugural Donut Day event.
June 7: Salvation Army SCV Announces Inaugural Donut Day Event
The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation has approved $370,000 in funding to support the Vet@ThePark program operated by the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control.
LAC Animal Care Foundation Provides $370K Grant to Support Vet@ThePark
The California Department of Public Health is encouraging Californians to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27.
CDPH Urges Californians to Support Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion, introduced by Supervisor Kathryn Barger and co-authored by Board Chair Lindsey P. Horvath, proclaiming May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Los Angeles County.
Supes Proclaim May as Mental Health Awareness Month
The Grammy-award winning rock ‘n’ roll group Blues Traveler will take the stage of the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. May 9. 
May 9: Blues Traveler to Perform at PAC
1962 - SCV residents vote to connect to State Water Project, creating Castaic Lake Water Agency (now part of SCV Water) [story]
Castaic Lake
Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued a statement in support of the Los Angeles County Chief Executive Officer’s presentation of a $45.4 billion budget for the forthcoming 2024-25 fiscal year.
Kathryn Barger | Statement in Support of $45.4B County Budget
In a celebration held Tuesday, April 23 at the Port of Barcelona, award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship, Sun Princess, serving as godmother during a star-studded naming ceremony.
Hannah Waddingham Officially Christens Sun Princess
Six comprehensive high schools in the William S. Hart Union High School District which includes Canyon, Golden Valley, Hart, Saugus, Valencia and West Ranch have been ranked among the top public high schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Hart District High Schools Recognized Best in Nation
College of the Canyons will offer four summer sessions running from June 3 through Aug. 17, giving students a variety of options in both class format and scheduling designed to help them achieve their educational goals, from launching a new career to transferring to a four-year university.
COC Offers Four Summer Sessions for Flexible Learning Options
California State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced his measure to combat illegal dumping, by increasing penalties and closing a loophole which has enabled the problem for years, was approved in the Senate Public Safety Committee.
Wilk’s Illegal Dumping Bill Approved by Committee
Super Jazz at the Ranch, a daylong jazz festival hosted by West Ranch High School, is happening Saturday, May 18. Music will fill the air as performers from throughout the region showcase their talents.
May 18: Super Jazz Festival at West Ranch High School
California State Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, has presented The Healthy Homework Act (AB 2999) to the Assembly Education Committee.
Schiavo Presents Healthy Homework Act to Prioritize Mental, Physical Health
The city of Santa Clarita has notified the public that the playground at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354, is currently closed for repairs on the rubberized surface.
West Creek Park Playground Closed for Repairs
The Santa Clarita Valley Media Collaborative invites local creatives, media industry professionals, students, parents, teachers and others to celebrate the next generation of media makers participating in the inaugural NextGen MediaMakers Festival on Saturday, May 18 from 2-5 p.m. at the Canyon Country Community Center.
May 18: NextGen MediaMakers Festival Invites Creatives, Students, Experts to Celebrate Media
1986 - COC board votes to allow Argentine cliff swallows to nest forever on sides of buildings [story]
swallows
As Volunteer Appreciation Week approaches, the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to all its dedicated volunteers who tirelessly contribute to DACC's mission of advancing the well-being of animals and people in the County.
DACC Pays Recognition to Volunteers
The Canyon Country Farmers Market will be celebrating their two-year anniversary Wednesday, April 24.
April 24: Canyon Country Farmer’s Market Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
The Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Auxiliary presented a $35,000 check Monday to the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Foundation for the foundation’s Patient Tower Capital Campaign.
Henry Mayo Auxiliary Fulfills $600K Patient Tower Pledge
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