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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston


THINGS TO DO IN THE SCV
Saturday’s for the Birds at Towsley Canyon
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2014

Saturday, July 19th at 8am Santa Clarita Woodlands Flying Feathered Friends Summer has officially arrived! Come discover how birds adapt to the season in our local mountains. Beginner birders are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot. 2 hours.     About...

June 21: Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Tuesday, Jun 17, 2014

Saturday, June 21st at 8am: Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Chirp, Perch, Flutter What are the sounds, behaviors, and actions of our region’s birds? Come on a walk to find out. Beginning birders are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot. 2 hours.  Ed...

March 15: Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2014

Dark eyed junco and white-crowned sparrow. Photo: Louise Rishoff Saturday, March 15th at 8am: Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Friendly Flyers Are there ways that we can be more “friendly” to the birds around us? Learn about our region’s birds and how our behavior can sometimes...

Feb. 15: Winter Bird Hike at Ed Davis Park
Monday, Feb 10, 2014

Saturday, February 15th at 8am: Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Winter Weather and Bird Behavior On the coldest days of the year, birds adapt to keep warm in many ways. Learn about some of the behavioral changes that take place. Beginning birders are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s...

Jan. 18: Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Tuesday, Jan 14, 2014

Saturday, January 18 at 8am:  Santa Clarita Woodlands Up, Up, and Away Along with the weather changes, find out which birds leave our region, and which birds migrate in for a visit. Beginning birders are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot. 2 hours.

Get Educated About Nature
Thursday, Nov 14, 2013

“To inspire a passion, awareness and respect of the environment, and to preserve and protect for future generations the history and ecosystem of Placerita Canyon.” This is the mission statement for the docents and volunteers at the Placerita Canyon Nature Center. We have found that nature education...

Sept. 21: Morning Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Wednesday, Sep 18, 2013

Red-shouldered Hawks. MRCA Photo: Louise Rishoff Saturday, September 21st at 8am Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Up With the Birds As birds begin nesting during these months, discover how bird families interact and prepare for the fall. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional....

Aug. 17: Summer Birding in Towsley Canyon
Thursday, Aug 15, 2013

Saturday, August 17th at 8am: Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon Summer Birding Long summer days present a time to view many bird species and their summer plumage. Learn about some of the birds that live and pass through our local mountains. Beginners are welcome. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s...

July 20: Towsley Canyon Bird Hike
Thursday, Jul 18, 2013

Saturday, July 20th at 8am: Towsley Canyon Flying Feathered Friends Summer has officially arrived! Come discover how birds adapt to the season in our local mountains. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front parking lot. 2 hours.

April 20: Bird Hike in Towsley Canyon
Tuesday, Apr 16, 2013

Saturday, April 20 at 8 a.m.: Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon  Flying Feathered Friends Spring is in full bloom, come discover how birds engage in many different behaviors in our local mountains. Beginners are welcome on this easy walk. Binoculars optional. Meet at Towsley Canyon’s front...

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College of the Canyons women's basketball notched another mark in the win column, as the Cougars were able to stack a second straight road victory 54-46 at Oxnard College on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College
1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road
Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party
The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday
1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
Henry Gage
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders
Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests in Organized Retail Theft Investigation
The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.
Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center
1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
headline
As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.
DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm
Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda
From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float
The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe
The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.
LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
reburial
Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
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