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1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]
Lebec Hotel fire


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“Sun Bucks” Meal Program To Expand Summer Access Of Universal Meals For California’s Students
Wednesday, Jun 5, 2024

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today commended the launch of SUN Bucks, a new federally funded food program designed to ensure that qualified children have consistent access to adequate nutrition, is now available for the summer.”. This new program is being implemented...

Castaic Middle School Recognized as 2024 School to Watch
Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024

Castaic Middle School has once again been honored with the prestigious designation of a 2024 School to Watch by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform, in collaboration with the California League of Schools, California Department of Education, and California Middle Grades Alliance. CMS...

Castaic High Hosts County Office of Education CTE Livestream
Wednesday, Sep 27, 2023

 The Los Angeles County Department of Education livestreamed their Career Technical Education meeting from the state-of-the-art video studio at Castaic High School. At their quarterly CTE meetings this year, LACOE will be highlighting one school district in L.A. County who is leading the way in CTE,...

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Hosts Webinar to Help Educators and Parents Protect Students from Opioid Crisis
Wednesday, Nov 16, 2022

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today convened a panel of experts to speak about strategies to combat the opioid/fentanyl crisis, the fastest-growing cause of death in California. The webinar was open to all educators and parents, and featured subject matter experts from the...

Superintendent Thurmond Leads Webinar Announcing State Funds for Financial Literacy
Wednesday, Sep 28, 2022

 State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond hosted a virtual webinar on Sept. 28 to update local educational agencies, including district and charter school administrators and classroom educators, on over $3.6 billion in block grants and other resources to promote financial education in...

State Superintendent Launches Statewide Mental Health Program
Wednesday, Jan 26, 2022

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced “A Trusted Space: Redirecting Grief to Growth”, a film-based program to help address increasing mental health challenges faced by students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Created by the nonprofit All It Takes, the program provides...

State Superintendent Goes On Statewide Listening Tour
Wednesday, Nov 17, 2021

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond held a virtual press conference  Nov. 17,  to announce the integration of a host of programs and strategies to help transform education in California schools as well as student and family supports. Thurmond is seeking input on needs and challenges...

State Superintendent To Host Virtual Vaccine Townhall
Wednesday, Aug 11, 2021

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is hosting a virtual vaccine townhall as schools are opening back up during the COVID-19 pandemic, to have important conversations around a safe return to in-person learning. Joining Thurmond is a group of public health experts, youth leaders,...

California Schools Chief Issues New Guidance on Grading, Senior Graduation
Thursday, Apr 2, 2020

SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced Wednesday that the California Department of Education (CDE) and the California State Board of Education (SBE) have issued new guidance on graduation requirements and grading for seniors. The guidance is based on feedback...

Becerra Lawsuit Alleges Devos, Education Department Refusing to Process Debt Relief Claims
Thursday, Dec 14, 2017

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education and its Secretary, Betsy DeVos, for refusing to process debt relief claims submitted by tens of thousands of students who took out federal student loans to attend Corinthian Colleges,...

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1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]
Lebec Hotel fire
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
The Saugus Union School District Asset Management Committee will hold a public hearing on recommendations for the now closed Santa Clarita Elementary School on Wednesday, April 30
April 30: SUSD Public Hearing on Options for Santa Clarita Elementary
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a study session at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29 at City Hall in the Carl Boyer Room. This is a joint meeting with the Planning Commission, Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission and the Arts Commission.
April 29: City Council Holds Budget Study Session on 2025-26 Budget
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating one case of measles in a Los Angeles County resident who travelled recently from Texas.
Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County
The Santa Clarita Artists Association will feature an artist's demo by Kathleen Scoggin at the Monday, May 19 monthly meeting.
May 19: SCAA Meeting Features Kathleen Scoggin Artist Demo
Supervisor Kathryn Barger recently joined the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley to celebrate the unveiling of a $50,000 van funded by her office that will take local youth to educational field trips, sports leagues, summer programs and college tours.
Barger Funds New Van for SCV Boys & Girls Club
The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club invites you to the Sunday, May 4 "May The Fourth Be With You" themed Square and Round Dance, 2-5 p.m.
May 4: ‘May The Fourth Be With You’ at Monthly Sierra Hillbillies Dance
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the release of the fifth episode of "Santa Clarita Voices," the city’s official podcast, that highlights the stories, experiences and conversations from city leaders and unique members of the community.
Episode Five: ‘Santa Clarita Voices’ Features Recreation, Community Services
The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation has celebrated its centennial with the announcement of the 2025 class of Guggenheim Fellows. Joining the foundation’s 100th class of 198 “distinguished individuals” working across 53 disciplines are California Institute of the Arts alumni and faculty.
CalArtians Named to 100th Class of Guggenheim Fellows
The city of Santa Clarita presents its latest art exhibition, “Childhood Memories,” on view at the Newhall Community Center, 22421 Market St., Newhall, CA 91321, now through Monday, July 7.
‘Childhood Memories’ Exhibit On View at Newhall Community Center
A "Celebration of Life" memorial service for Diana Cusumano, who died Friday, April 18, will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 29 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 23233 Lyons Ave., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
May 29: Celebration of Life Honors Diana Cusumano
California Institute of the Arts will host a Artisan Pop-up Market, 2-7 p.m. Saturday, May 3 at the CalArts Main Gallery, 24700 McBean Parkway, Valencia, CA, 91355.
May 3: CalArts Artisan Pop-Up Market
The Master's University beach volleyball team got a pair of 4-1 wins Thursday, April 24 on the opening day of the NAIA Beach Volleyball Championships in Greeneville, Tenn.
Sandy ‘Stangs open Nationals with Two Wins
The Master's University baseball team needed to win one of the games in its final doubleheader of the regular season to punch a ticket to the GSAC Championship Tournament. The Mustangs got just that on Wednesday, April 23.
TMU Splits Redhawks Series, Qualifies for Post-Season
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the exercise staircase at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, will be closed on Saturday, April 26, from 6-10 a.m. for a special event.
April 26: Central Park Exercise Staircase Closed Briefly for Special Event
A special meeting of the William S. Hart Union High School District’s Governing Board will be held Saturday, April 26, beginning at 1 p.m.
April 26: Hart District Governing Board Special Meeting
In many Hispanic households, children aren’t just part of the family, they are its heart. “Día de los Niños” reflects this deep cultural value by honoring the joy, curiosity and wonder of childhood.
Bill Miranda | A New Chapter Begins with Día de los Niños
California Institute of the Arts and the CHANEL Culture Fund has announced the CHANEL Center for Artists and Technology at CalArts, a visionary initiative that positions artists at the forefront of shaping the evolving technologies that define the world.
CalArts, CHANEL Culture Fund Announce CHANEL Center for Artists, Technology
Racquel Wilder Realty and Stress Free Mortgage will sponsor a free "May the Fourth Be With You" paper shredding community event, noon-3 p.m. Sunday, May 4 at the Congregation Beth Shalom parking lot.
May 4: May the Fourth Be With You Paper Shredding Event
The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative has announced its second annual "Bringing it Home" fundraiser, an exclusive wine and hors d'oeuvres event hosted by Salt Creek Grille will be held Thursday, June 5, 6-8 p.m.
June 5: Second Annual Bringing It Home Fundraiser for SCV Vets
The Canyon Country Community Center will host "Celebrate," an events series that celebrates cultures, customs and culinary wonders on Friday, May 9, from 6-9 p.m. The May Celebrate event will feature the country of Ireland.
May 9: Santa Clarita Celebrate Series Features Ireland
College of the Canyons baseball took the opener of its three-game series vs. West L.A. College on Tuesday, April 22 behind a lineup that notched 13 hits in a dominant 15-2 road victory.
Canyons Hits the Road for 15-2 Win at West L.A.
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