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1993 - Dale Poe, 61, developer of Stevenson Ranch, killed in car crash [story]
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LA County Launches Robust HIV/AIDS Strategy on World AIDS Day
Friday, Dec 1, 2017

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the Los Angeles County Commission on HIV recognize World AIDS Day today and launch the Los Angeles County HIV/AIDS Strategy for 2020 and Beyond. The new strategy seeks to significantly reduce the number of annual HIV infections in Los Angeles County...

Heat Alert for SCV, L.A. County on Monday, Tuesday
Friday, Oct 20, 2017

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a heat alert as high temperatures have been forecast for the Los Angeles Basin on Monday, October 23 through Tuesday, October 24. The Department of Public Health would like to remind everyone that precautions should be taken, especially by individuals...

County Launches Health Equity Center
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2017

The Los Angeles County Health Agency launches the Center for Health Equity to ensure all individuals have access to the opportunities and resources needed for optimal health and well-being. The Center’s mission includes advancing racial, social and environmental justice in partnership with committed...

DPH Report: STDs on the Rise in California, L.A. County
Wednesday, Sep 27, 2017

The California Department of Public Health released its annual Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report today that highlights the ongoing increase in chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases throughout the state, including L.A. County. In 2016, Los Angeles County reported 59,176 cases of chlamydia...

County Supes Order Public Hepatitis A Report
Tuesday, Sep 5, 2017

On a motion by Supervisor Kathryn Barger, the Board of Supervisors directed the Department of Public Health to report back within 14 days on current efforts to prevent a Hepatitis A outbreak in Los Angeles County — including public awareness/education and a plan for response should an outbreak...

Bad Air Rising in SCV Thursday
Wednesday, Aug 23, 2017

Air quality will be unhealthy for sensitive individuals in the Santa Clarita Valley on Thursday, according the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Los Angeles County Interim Health Officer, Jeffrey Gunzenhauser, MD, MPH, advises people living or working in the SCV or the East San Gabriel Valley...

Valley Fever Cases Up 37 Percent in L.A. County
Friday, Jul 21, 2017

The number of reported Valley Fever infections in Los Angeles County increased by 37 percent in 2016 compared to 2015, according to a news release from the county Department of Public Health. In 2016, a total of 714 cases were reported across Los Angeles County, compared with 521 in 2015, a 37 percent...

Heat Alert Called for SCV Tuesday and Wednesday
Monday, Jun 19, 2017

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a heat alert as high temperatures have been forecast for the Santa Clarita Valley on Tuesday and Wednesday. The heat alert also includes the San Fernando Valley through Wednesday, the Antelope Valley through Friday, and Pomona on Tuesday...

Trash Solution on Horizon for Sand Canyon Residents
Thursday, Jun 15, 2017

A group of Sand Canyon Ranch apartment residents are happy to hear a 10-day lapse in trash service is expected to end Thursday. Read full story [here].

June 12: Kick-Off to Summer Food Service Program at 50 LA County Parks
Thursday, Jun 8, 2017

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture, the California Department of Education and the Department of Public Health, will provide approximately 225,000 free snacks and lunches this summer to children at 50 county parks...

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1993 - Dale Poe, 61, developer of Stevenson Ranch, killed in car crash [story]
Stevenson Ranch fountain
The annual Summer Reading Program is back at the Santa Clarita Public Library. This year's theme is "Read, Renew, Repeat." During the seven-week summer program, residents are encouraged to read a variety of books and/or participate in crafts or activities.
Santa Clarita Summer Library Reading Program Seeks Volunteers
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has been notified of one case of measles in a non-Los Angeles County resident who traveled to Los Angeles International airport while infectious on May 9.
Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County
Mission Opera is looking for volunteers for front of the house at the performances of the "Merry Widow: Madonna" June 6-8.
Ushers Needed for Mission Opera’s ‘Merry Widow: Madonna’
The Old West Masonic Lodge #813 19310 Avenue of The Oaks, Newhall, CA 91321 will host dinner and meeting for those interested in learning about freemasonry and the history of the lodge.
June 4: Old West Masonic Lodge #813 Dinner Meeting
The Santa Clarita Master Chorale, under the direction of Musical Director Allan Robert Petker, will present "Seasons of Song" on Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m.
June 1: Santa Clarita Master Chorale Presents ‘Seasons of Song’
Online registration will begin May 21-22 for classes offered by the city of Santa Clarita Parks and Recreation Department.
May 21-22: Registration for City Seasons Summer Programs Begins
Entertainment trade publication Variety recently released its 2024 ranking of the top film schools in North America, with California Institute of the Arts named a “Film School Titan." The "Titan" designation places CalArts among the top five film schools on the continent.
Variety Names CalArts a 2024 ‘Film School Titan’
The city of Santa Clarita has issued a traffic alert for construction along Copper Hill Drive starting Friday, May 17.
May 17: Copper Hill Drive Road Construction
April has always been one of my favorite months because year after year, it’s the sign that baseball is officially back. As a longtime Dodger fan, I have fond memories of piling into the family Volkswagen with my brothers and parents for a day spent at Dodger Stadium.
Jason Gibbs | It’s Time for Dodger Baseball!
College of the Canyons Men's golf completed its 2024 campaign by bringing home the program's 11th 3C2A State Championship, its third in the last four seasons, at Sandpiper Golf Club on Monday, May 13.
Canyons Men’s Golf Earns 11th 3C2A State Championship
For 40 years, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center’s trauma center in Mission Hills has been serving a wide swath of northern Los Angeles County, including the Santa Clarita Valley, treating victims of gun violence, freak accidents, hiking, biking and horseback mishaps and the 2008 Chatsworth Metrolink collision.
SCV Residents Celebrate Holy Cross Trauma Center 40th Anniversary
The Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library are having a silent Book Auction beginning at 9a.m. on Monday, June 3, and ending at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 10.
June 3: Friends of Santa Clarita Library Silent Book Auction
The sunny spring day of Friday, May 10 saw a burst of sculptural flora sprouting on the stage of Graduation Courtyard at California Institute of the Arts. Designed around a botanical theme, the 2024 CalArts graduation heralded a celebration of growth and new beginnings for this year’s graduating class, many of whom began their CalArts journey during the pandemic.
CalArts Graduates Class of 2024
A commemorative ceremony will be held Sunday, June 9, at 1 p.m. to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Acton Community Presbyterian Church and the rededication of this historic church following fire damage last fall. All are welcome.
June 9: Acton Community Presbyterian Church Celebrates 100 Years
1938 - Brand-new Lockheed transport plane crashes in Agua Dulce; all 9 perish including 2 infants [story]
plane crash
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 May 15
The Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce is Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Heritage at Board & Brush later this month. 
May 29: Celebrate API Heritage Month With Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce
The County Assessor reported to the Board of Supervisors that taxable property values are anticipated to increase about 4.75% over 2023.
Assessor Anticipates 2024 Property Values to Increase Almost Five Percent
 Following a successful initial launch, the Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program is set to open for a second round of applications.
May 20:  Second Application Round for L.A. County Rent Relief Program Opens Monday
With Americans’ debt around $17.7 trillion, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the Cities Paying Off the Most Household Debt, based on recently released data from the Federal Reserve.
WalletHub: Santa Clarita Ranked First in Cities with Biggest Debt Decrease
Circle of Hope Inc., a non-profit organization in Santa Clarita dedicated to providing emotional, financial, and educational support to individuals and families affected by cancer, is thrilled to announce their upcoming Hoedown For Hope Music Festival and BBQ fundraising event.
June 22: Circle of Hope Throws Hoedown for Hope Music Festival
State and federal agencies are joining forces to educate California residents on free tools to check the recall status on their vehicles and have any open recalls fixed.
Californians Urged to Fix Urgent Vehicle Safety Recalls
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