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1987 - City of Santa Clarita formation approved at the polls; Buck McKeon, Jan Heidt, Jo Anne Darcy, Carl Boyer III, Dennis Koontz win first City Council election (in that order) [story]
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Antonovich Hosts Holiday Party for Foster Kids at Magic Mountain
Friday, Dec 9, 2011

Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich and the Los Angeles county Fire Department hosted the 15th Annual Holiday Party on Dec. 3 for Los Angeles County’s foster youth at Six Flags Magic Mountain.  Gifts and food were passed out to over 500 parents, children and caregivers. From left:...

School Choirs Perform for Sheriff’s Toy Drive Wed. 4PM-7PM
Wednesday, Dec 7, 2011

Once again, KHTS and Power Honda are partnering with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station for their holiday toy drive, with a festive and musical kickoff planned tonight from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring unwrapped toys to Power Honda (on Magic Mountain Parkway south of Valencia Boulevard) and enjoy...

NORAD Gears Up to Track Santa Claus [VIDEO]
Monday, Dec 5, 2011

[U.S. Department of Defense] – For the 56th year running, the North American Aerospace Defense Command will add the job of tracking the global flight of Santa on Christmas Eve to its mission of North American aerospace warning and control. “NORAD stands the watch protecting the skies of North...

Holiday Card Entries On Display at City Hall

Artwork submitted by community members as part of the first annual City of Santa Clarita Holiday Card Contest will be showcased in the Floor Gallery at City Hall from Monday, December 5, 2011 to Monday, January 2, 2012.  The winning illustration, submitted by Amanda Chakur, was used as the design for...

SCV NewsBreak for Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011
Thursday, Dec 1, 2011

In this episode: Gold Star families help top Santa Clarita’s community tree at Henry Mayo hospital; Red flag warning is in effect for Los Angeles and Ventura counties through Saturday and L.A. County adds a week to its Super Scooper contract. Also: SCV resident Kelsey Lien is one of 10 finalists...

Gold Star Families Place Silver Star Atop Community Tree
Wednesday, Nov 30, 2011

Members of three Gold Star families – those who have lost loved ones in the military – soared above the parking lot at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital on Wednesday to place the silver star atop the community’s Christmas tree that will be lit Sunday night in a festive celebration. For the last...

A member of the U.S. armed forces and a representative of Santa Clarita families with a son or daughter who died while serving his country will place the star atop the Christmas tree at Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital on Wednesday at 2 p.m. in preparation for this Sunday’s official Community...

For the past 30 years, the Holiday Home Tour has been a cherished tradition of the Home Tour League, raising funds for Women’s Services. Attendees view selected Santa Clarita Valley homes exceptionally decorated for the Holiday Season. Each home is professionally decorated and adorned according...

Tuesday, Nov 29, 2011

Black Friday spending was up, especially when you include Black Saturday, Black Sunday and the brand new Black Thanksgiving in the whole mix. Total spending over the four-day weekend reached a record $52.4 billion, up 16 percent from $45 billion last year, according to the National Retail Federation. For...

A transmission shop in Canyon Country is participating in a toy drive for underprivileged children for the twelfth consecutive year. Drop off your unwrapped toys now through Dec. 16 at A to Z Transmission & Automotive, 18931 1/2 Soledad Canyon Road, or at the Moose Lodge at 18000 Sierra Highway. Santa...

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1987 - City of Santa Clarita formation approved at the polls; Buck McKeon, Jan Heidt, Jo Anne Darcy, Carl Boyer III, Dennis Koontz win first City Council election (in that order) [story]
First Santa Clarita City Council
1976 - First Canyon County formation attempt fails despite local voter approval [story]
vote results
The Master's University men's basketball team continued their dominating start to the season with a 90-78 road win over Missouri Baptist University at Abe Lemon Arena in Oklahoma City.
TMU Mustangs Men’s Basketball Outplay the Spartans
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating possible sources of H5 avian flu, which has been detected at low levels for the first time at one of the wastewater sampling sites in Los Angeles County.
H5 Avian Flu Detected at Wastewater Sampling Site in L.A. County
The Saugus Union School District Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee meeting will be held 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Saugus Union School District Office.
Nov. 7: SUSD Measure EE Citizens Oversight Committee Meeting
The Knights of Columbus Council 6016 in the Santa Clarita Valley has launched its annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale, with all proceeds benefiting local charitable programs.
Knights of Columbus Annual Christmas Tree, Wreath Sale
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation will be recognized by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation on Wednesday, Nov. 6 with a Strategic Engagement Award.
SCVEDC to Receive the Strategic Engagement Award from LAEDC
The Old Town Newhall Public Library will host a do it yourself Air Plant Holder Workshop Tuesday, Nov. 5 4-5 p.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Nov. 5: Newhall Library DIY Air Plant Holder Workshop
Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean C. Logan has announced that 526 additional Vote Centers will open on Saturday, Nov. 2, for the 2024 General Election.
Additional 526 Vote Centers Scheduled to Open This Weekend in County
Gather family and friends, for Bridge to Home's Turkey Trot Saturday, Nov 16, 8 - 11 a.m. at the Paseo Club, 27650 Dickason Drive, Valencia, CA 91355.
Nov. 16: Bridge to Home’s Turkey Trot
Brian Leff and the GO Jazz Big Band, along with vocalist Steve Lively, present a unique evening of classic tunes and modern flair. Whether you’re a longtime fan of big band music or just love hearing inventive, cutting-edge arrangements, Classic/Remix promises a night of musical contrasts.
Nov. 24: Brian Leff, GO Jazz Big Band Present ‘Classic/Remix’
The Newhall Family Theatre of the Performing Arts and Raising the Curtain Foundation will host an afternoon of heartwarming tales with "The Golden Goose" and "Strega Nona" with Saturday's Kids, Saturday, Nov. 16 starting at 11 a.m. at 24607 Walnut St., Newhall, CA 91321.
Nov. 16: Raising the Curtain Foundation presents ‘The Golden Goose’, ‘Strega Nona’
The Child & Family Center has announced that Jamie Munoz, Program Manager of the Family Preservation Program, has been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Inside the Valley Magazine as one of its 2024 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leaders of Influence.
Child & Family Center Staff Member Honored for DE&I Efforts
The joyful sounds of Christmas cheer, the cool crisp fall air and the sight of brilliantly colored lights reflecting off the nearby buildings bring the ultimate holiday atmosphere to Old Town Newhall during Light Up Main Street.
Mayor Cameron Smyth | Experience Light Up Main Street
The California Highway Patrol received $2 million in federal funding that will expand its major crackdown on dangerous sideshows and street racing statewide, holding participants and organizers accountable for reckless driving behaviors.
CHP Receives $2M Grant to Crack Down on Sideshows, Street Racing
November is a time to raise awareness and show support for the more than 6.2 million Americans living with Alzheimer's disease.
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
1963 - Community of Canyon Country founded; first Frontier Days celebration [story]
Frontier Days badge
The 2024 Santa Clarita Marathon will be held on Nov. 10, starting and finishing at Valencia Heritage Park, 24155 Newhall Ranch Rd. The course will be on the bike path, away from traffic. Race start times are: full marathon 7 a.m., half marathon 7:15 a.m., 10K 7:30 a.m. and 5K 7:35 a.m.
Nov. 10: USATF Certified Santa Clarita Marathon
Volunteer registration is now open for the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count to be held in January by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority.
Volunteers Sought for 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count
The entertainment and media news magazine TheWrap released its annual ranking of the top United States film schools, with the California Institue of the Arts School of Film/Video nabbing the #7 ranking for the 2024-25 cycle.
CalArts Ranks #7 in TheWrap’s Best Film Schools of 2024
Tonight is Halloween, and I can already feel the hullabaloo as children prepare to put on their costumes and head out for a fun evening of trick-or-treating.
Marsha McLean | Have a Spook-taculary Safe Halloween
The Peace Officers Association of Los Angeles County honored Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger by presenting her with the President's Award on Wednesday, Oct. 30.
Barger Bestowed President’s Award by Peace Officers Association
College of the Canyons freshman Sahya Kitabatake was awarded Western State Conference Player of the Year honors as the Cougars Women's golf team played out its regular season schedule at the two-day conference championships held Oct. 27-28 at Marshall Canyon Golf Course in La Verne, Calif.
Kitabatake Crowned WSC Player of the Year, Canyons Advances
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