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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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Don’t Gut Prop. 13 | Commentary by George Runner
Wednesday, Jul 8, 2015

George Runner There’s been no shortage of attempts in recent years in the State Legislature to overhaul Proposition 13 – California’s landmark initiative protecting homeowners and small business owners from out of control property taxes. Multiple bills have taken aim at the proposition,...

Lackey, Wilk, Runner Call on Congress to Allow Cannabis Company Bank Accounts
Monday, Jun 29, 2015

[George Runner] – State Board of Equalization Vice Chair George Runner and Member Fiona Ma are co-sponsoring a resolution (AJR 25) that calls on the president and Congress to support policies allowing banks and credit unions to provide financial services to those in the medical cannabis industry. Assemblyman...

News from George Runner, BOE (6-29-2015)

As your taxpayer advocate and elected member of the State Board of Equalization, my goal is to make sure all taxpayers are treated fairly. I’m fighting to protect your rights and welcome your ideas on how we can work together to solve California’s toughest problems. – GEORGE RUNNER Time...

Let’s Regulate Medical Marijuana
Thursday, Jun 25, 2015

George Runner As a lifelong conservative, I’m no fan of government regulation. Even so, I’m convinced it’s time for California to aggressively regulate the medical marijuana industry. I’ve spoken with concerned citizens, local government officials, rural law enforcement officers,...

Tax Hikes Belie Windfall
Wednesday, May 13, 2015

George Runner It must be silly season in Sacramento. As the state receives billions in unanticipated revenues, liberal tax-and-spend lawmakers are proposing massive tax hikes, proving once again they are out of touch. One key measure of reality ignored by liberal lawmakers is Tax Freedom Day. Calculated...

Runner: New Contract Puts Brakes on DMV Tax Overcharging
Thursday, May 7, 2015

BOE Member George Runner Car buyers should no longer be overcharged taxes after a discrepancy was discovered last year by Board of Equalization Vice Chair George Runner. Under a new contract with the Department of Motor Vehicles the BOE will now have more oversight of motor vehicle private party use...

Panel Blocks Runner-sponsored Bill to Refund Illegal Taxes
Monday, Apr 27, 2015

George Runner Democrats in the Assembly Revenue and Taxation Committee blocked AB 867 (Wagner), sponsored by Board of Equalization Vice Chair George Runner, which would have required the State of California to provide a full refund to all individuals who paid a tax later declared illegal or unconstitutional. “If...

Fire Fee Shell Game

George Runner Democrats in the California Legislature seem to be facing the reality that the fire tax they passed with the governor’s help in 2011 is unfair. Californians who live in rural areas rely on a range of public services from multiple levels of government to combat fires. These residents...

Runner Calls Pot a ‘Growing’ Industry, Looks to Collect Unpaid Taxes
Thursday, Apr 9, 2015

George Runner Board of Equalization Member Fiona Ma and Vice Chair George Runner announce a historic listening and learning tour through Humboldt County with leaders in the area’s cannabis industry on April 7 and 8, 2015. California Cannabis Voice Humboldt organized the tour of various businesses....

Should Green Car Drivers Feel Guilty?
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2015

George Runner If you own a hybrid or electric vehicle, you probably feel pretty good about yourself. After all, you’ve made a socially responsible decision to help the environment, reduce your carbon footprint and improve air quality. But you might feel a bit guilty, too. After all, you are in...

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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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The city of Santa Clarita is now accepting short poem entries for the Sidewalk Poetry Project from residents and individuals with connections or ties to Santa Clarita.
Sidewalk Poetry 2025 Submissions Now Being Accepted
Returning for a fourth year, the “Fringe of the Woods Festival” will again be held Aug. 9-11 at the Mile High Theater in Lake of the Woods/Frazier Park.
Aug. 9-11: ‘Fringe of the Woods Festival’ in Frazier Park
The Val Verde Historical Society will host Back to Val Verde for Val Verde's 100! on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. This all day picnic and celebration will feature food, music, games and raffles.
Aug. 31: Back to Val Verde for Val Verde’s 100!
Can you help us identify these thieves? The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station is seeking the public's help in identifying two grand theft suspects. On June 22 two suspects stole a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma tailgate from a vehicle in Valencia.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Seeks Public’s Help
The city of Santa Clarita and DrinkPAK! are seeking talented creators for Maker's Marketplace, a curated shopping experience at the city's largest holiday event, Light Up Main Street.
City Seeking Artisans for Light Up Main Street
Outgoing Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Foundation President Gloria Mercdo-Fortine recently received high praise for her tenure as president of the foundation for the past four years.
SCV Sheriff’s Foundation Celebrates Gloria Mercado-Fortine
Here we are at the end of July and preparations for the fall season are already underway at most of our member schools. As is the case most every year, school administration and athletic faculty should be aware and ready to immediately implement the rule changes enacted the previous year.
Mike West | Message From the CIF-SS Commissioner
The California Department of Transportation announced the southbound Interstate 5 will be reduced to one or two lanes from two miles north of Templin Highway (near the Whitaker Sand Shed) north of Castaic to Lake Hughes Road overnights Monday, July 29 through Friday, Aug. 2 for paving work.
July 29-Aug. 2: Caltrans I-5 Lane Closures Near Castaic to Continue
1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
Armantha Thibaudeau
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation announced earlier this month that Jey Wagner stepped down from his role as president and CEO effective July 8, 2024.
SCVEDC Seeking Candidates for President, CEO
(CN) — The California Supreme Court on Thursday rebuffed a union-backed challenge to the voter-approved law that exempts app-based drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash from being classified as employees rather than independent contractors under the state's labor code.
Rideshare Drivers to Remain Independent Contractors
Daniel Rush has been named the head coach for The Master's University's cross country and track & field teams.
TMU Names Daniel Rush Mustangs XCTF Head Coach
Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages.
Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
"Inside Out 2," the sequel to Pixar’s 2015 hit, is taking the worldwide box office by storm.
CalArtians Help Propel ‘Inside Out 2’ to Highest-Grossing Animated Film
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, the second annual "Game. Set. Hope. Charity Tennis Tournament" will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning 9:30 a.m., at the West Ranch High School tennis courts.
Sept. 7: ‘Game. Set. Hope.’ Tennis Tourney Benefiting Mental Health Awareness
Building on California’s ongoing work and unprecedented investments to address the decades-long issue of homelessness, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while  respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians.
Newsom Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments
1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family
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 July 24
The Los Angeles County Departments of Mental Health and Public Health have centralized access to mental health and substance use services into one 24/7 call center at (800) 854-7771.
County Revamps Help Line for Mental Health, Overdose Services
Adopt a Pet and help the Castaic Animal Shelter "Clear the Shelter" with their kick-off Party on Aug. 10. 
Aug. 10:  ‘Clear the Shelter’ Party for Animal Adoption Month
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