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Monday COVID Roundup: L.A. County Surpasses 27,000 Deaths

Monday, Nov 22, 2021

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Monday nine new deaths and 733 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,790 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. The number of cases and deaths reflect reporting delays over the weekend. Unfortunately, over the weekend, Los Angeles County...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Cases, Deaths Among Healthcare Workers Remains Low

Friday, Nov 19, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Friday confirmed 26 new deaths and 1,612 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,631 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. The higher number of cases today reflects a backlog of 390 positive tests from between November 2020 and April 2021. Of the 26...

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Thursday COVID Roundup: Delta Remains Predominate Variant in L.A. County

Thursday, Nov 18, 2021

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Thursday 26 new deaths and 1,088 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,586 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. Note: The Delta variant emerged in late May, quickly dominated the scene and remains the predominate variant detected among...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: Public Health Data Shows Unvaccinated Adults at Higher Risk for Hospitalization

Tuesday, Nov 16, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Tuesday confirmed 35 new deaths and 893 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,504 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. The high number of deaths reflect death certificate data from Sept. 1 through Nov. 10. Los Angeles County has received a lower than...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Public Health Continues to Monitor Cases at Schools

Friday, Nov 12, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Friday confirmed 25 new deaths and 1,344 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,325 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. Of the 25 new deaths reported today, 11 people who passed away were over the age of 80, eight people who died were between the...

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Thursday COVID Roundup: 180th Death at Henry Mayo

Thursday, Nov 11, 2021

Officials from Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital on Thursday announced an additional death, bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths since the onset of the pandemic to 180, spokesman Patrick Moody confirmed. Currently, there is one test pending, 20 patients in the hospital, and a total of 1,621 patients...

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Wednesday COVID Roundup: Partners And Shelters Reinforcing Infection Prevention

Wednesday, Nov 10, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Wednesday confirmed 34 new deaths and 1,497 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,206 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. Of the 34 new deaths reported today, 11 people who passed away were over the age of 80, 14 people who died were between the...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: Public Health Notes High Vaccine Verification Compliance at Bars, Lounges, Nightclubs

Tuesday, Nov 9, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Tuesday confirmed 11 new deaths and 1,174 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,158 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. Of the 11 new deaths reported today, three people who passed away were over the age of 80, three people who died were between...

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Monday COVID Roundup: Parents Encouraged to Vaccinate Their Newly Eligible Kids

Monday, Nov 8, 2021

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Monday four new deaths and 996 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 38,111 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. The number of cases and deaths reflect reporting delays over the weekend. Of the four new deaths reported Monday, one person...

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Friday COVID Roundup: County Reminds Residents Vaccination Sites Offering Pfizer for Children 5 to 11

Friday, Nov 5, 2021

Los Angeles County Public Health officials on Friday confirmed 24 new deaths and 1,549 new cases of COVID-19 countywide, with 37,913 total cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. Of the 24 new deaths reported today, seven people who passed away were over the age of 80, four people who died were between the...

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Legislators Renew Call for Chiquita Canyon Landfill State Of Emergency Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo today announced a renewed bi-partisan call for a state of emergency to support the health and safety of communities impacted by the Chiquita Canyon Landfill.	Oct. 10: Circle K October Fuel Day Pop-Up Circle K is is helping customers gear up for the last stretch of 2024 with a major fuel discount across the West Coast	Oct. 12: Household Hazardous Waste, E-Waste Recycling Event in Val Verde The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts will be holding a free Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Recycling event for Val Verde.	Barger Issues Statement on L.A. County Board of Supervisors’ Approval of $49.2 Billion Supplemental Budget Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued the following statement commenting on the Board of Supervisors’ approval of the final $49.2 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25:	County Department of Military Affairs Announces Strategic Partnership Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans is excited to announce a strategic partnership with the Warrior Heritage Foundation, which was unanimously approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors yesterday.	Third Confirmed Human Case of Bird Flu, The California Department of Public Health reports that a third human case of bird flu has been confirmed in California.
CSUN Now Offers Bachelor’s Degree in Dance California State University, Northridge students can now earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in dance, beginning this fall.	Oct. 12: Register For the “Girls Try Hockey For Free Day” The Cube – Ice and Entertainment Center, Powered by FivePoint Valencia, is excited to host the Girls Try Hockey for Free Day, a special event designed to introduce girls to the thrilling sport of hockey.	Oct. 9: Hart School Board Holds Regular Meeting The regular meeting of the William S. Hart Union High School District’s Governing Board will be held Wednesday, Oct. 9, beginning with closed session at 6 p.m., followed by open session at 7 p.m.	Oct. 12: SCVYO Presents Special Fundraising Concert The Santa Clarita Valley Youth Orchestra will present a special fundraising concert featuring SCVYO's talented students alongside the acclaimed Los Angeles-based professional ensemble, Bridge to Everywhere.	Oct. 9: COC Board Reconsiders Plan to Build Student Housing The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees will hold a business meeting Wednesday, Oct. 9, beginning at 5 p.m. in closed session. Open session will follow at 6 p.m.	Today in SCV History (Oct. 9) 1861 - Pioneer Acton rancher & stonecutter George Blum born in Switzerland [story]
Updated Free COVID-19, Flu Vaccines Available in L.A. County Los Angeles County residents have access to updated free COVID-19 vaccines designed to target strains currently circulating and causing most infections. The updated vaccine is strongly recommended this fall for residents ages 6 months and older.	Oct. 19: Free Drive-Thru Hazardous Waste/E-Waste Event The city of Santa Clarita welcomes residents to dispose of their unwanted household hazardous and electronic waste at the free Household Hazardous/E-Waste Collection Event on Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.	Oct. 27: Final Day of Historic Saugus Swap Meet Doug Bonelli, who represents the family trust that owns the land that houses the Saugus Swap Meet on the site of the former Saugus Speedway, has announced that more than 60 years of history will come to an end on Saturday, Oct. 27	Saugus High Marching Centurions, Color Guard Earn Top Awards After many months of preparation and rehearsals, high school marching bands across the country are kicking off the 2024 competitive season. The Saugus High School Marching Centurions and Color Guard competed Saturday, Oct. 5 in the Downey Field Tournament.	Oct. 10: Castaic School Board Regular Meeting The Castaic Union School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 5:30 p.m.	‘Enhancing Your Digital Footprint’ Webinar Series for Small Business The Small Business Development Center and city of Santa Clarita invites Santa Clarita small businesses to attend the free “Enhancing Your Digital Footprint Webinar Series” to learn tips on how to create and improve your digital footprint.
Public Health Announces Program for At-Home Food Businesses The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced that applications are now available for those who want to start their own Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO) with permitting to begin Nov. 1.	Court Orders Pillowcase Rapist to be Housed in AV The Los Angeles Superior Court has ruled that Christopher Hubbart, the sexually violent predator dubbed the "Pillowcase Rapist," is to be housed in the Antelope Valley.	Today in SCV History (Oct. 8) 1858 - Butterfield Overland Mail stage makes first trek through SCV [story]	LASD Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Canyon Country Woman Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating a missing Canyon Country woman.	Cougars Cross Country Competes at 3C2A SoCal Preview College of the Canyons cross country competed at the annual 3C2A Southern California Preview hosted by Chaffey College in Rancho Cucamonga on Friday, Oct. 4, with both Cougars squads faring well at the meet, which attracted more than 20 participating programs for each race.which attracted more than 20 participating programs for each race.	Rickard’s Hat Trick Wins it for TMU Soccer Trent Rickard scored his first career hat trick as The Master's men's soccer team defeated the Park-Gilbert Buccaneers 3-0 Saturday, Oct. 5 at Reese Field in Newhall.