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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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County Treasurer Reminds Property Owners of April 10 Due Date
Thursday, Mar 28, 2024

Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector, reminds property owners that the second installment of the 2023-24 Annual Secured Property Taxes becomes delinquent if not received by 5 p.m. Pacific Time or United States Postal Service postmarked on or before Wednesday, April 10. “To avoid late penalties,...

Santa Clarita Worth More than Glendale, Less Than Beverly Hills
Monday, Sep 21, 2015

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang released the 2015 Annual Report on Monday. The Annual Report includes the assessed value of all taxable real property and business personal property in the County, along with detailed data on the different elements that make up the 2015 Assessment Roll. This...

Taxable Property in L.A. County Worth 6% More This Year
Thursday, Jul 16, 2015

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang  released the 2015 Los Angeles County Assessment Roll on Thursday. The Assessment Roll reflects the value of all taxable property in Los Angeles County. This is Assessor Prang’s first Assessment Roll produced since taking office last December. The 2015 Assessment...

Supes OK Funds to Upgrade Assessor’s Technology
Tuesday, Jun 16, 2015

[LACo Assessor] – The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved more than $12.7 million Tuesday as the first installment to replace the County Assessor’s antiquated technology systems. This systems upgrade is the primary initiative undertaken by newly elected Los Angeles County...

County Assessor’s ‘Mobile Mansions’ Bill Clears Senate Panel
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2015

After Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang testified in support of Senate Bill 434 (Allen) on Tuesday, the California State Senate Transportation and Housing Committee passed the bill unanimously. SB 434 would close a loophole in property assessment that currently allows a multi-million dollar structure...

County Assessor Hosting Training Program
Saturday, Mar 28, 2015

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang announced a regional effort to recruit applicants for the Appraiser Trainee/Real Property program. The Appraiser Trainee program is a one-year program designed to prepare candidates for a career in property assessment with the Los Angeles County Office of the...

L.A. County Assessor Revamps Website
Friday, Mar 13, 2015

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang unveiled a newly redesigned website Friday with several tools to make it easier for visitors to access services offered by the Assessor’s Office. The new and improved website features a completely overhauled layout, an enhanced and easier-to-navigate design,...

Kreimann Returns to Assessor’s Office as Chief Deputy
Monday, Jan 26, 2015

Santos Kreimann Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang appointed Santos H. Kreimann as Chief Deputy Assessor on Monday. The appointment marks the return of Kreimann to the Office of the Assessor, which he temporarily headed in 2012. “Santos is an exceptional leader who contributed significantly...

L.A. County Now ‘Worth’ $1.13 Trillion, Up Nearly 5% on Year
Wednesday, Jul 17, 2013

Los Angeles County Chief Deputy Assessor Santos Kreimann released the 2013 Los Angeles County Assessment Roll on Wednesday.  The assessment roll reflects the value of all taxable property in Los Angeles County in accordance with the California Constitution. The 2013 Assessment Roll reflects a 4.66 percent...

Powerhouse Fire: Tax Relief Available for Damaged Properties
Monday, Jun 10, 2013

The Los Angeles County Office of the Assessor is urging property owners affected by the Powerhouse fire to contact local Assessor offices for information and assistance about tax relief for property damage of $10,000 or more.  Structures may qualify for tax relief. The Office of the Assessor has deployed...

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In the Roaring ’20s in the big city, if there’s enough “razzle dazzle,” you just might get away with murder. That’s the premise of the hit musical “Chicago,” which has enjoyed success for nearly 50 years, and was based on true-crime stories of a century ago.
May 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School
California Institute of the Arts will present the annual CalArts Expo on Saturday, May 2. The Expo is an institute-wide event featuring interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community, ranging from current students to internationally renowned faculty and alumni creators.
May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public
Blue Heat, the Saugus High School show choir team, ended its competition season on April 12 with a first-place finish in the mixed division Tier IV at John Burroughs Music Showcase 2024 held in Burbank. The team also won the awards for Best Musicianship and Best Showmanship.
Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase
Against a backdrop of cinematic magic at Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Burbank, California Institute of the Arts honored the transformative power that philanthropy has had in nurturing the dreams of CalArts students.
CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event
Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
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
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