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1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
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Energy-saving Tips for the Summer
Thursday, Jun 4, 2015

The warm summer weather is just around the corner. With hot temperatures come high energy bills from air conditioning, pool pumps, and electronic devices. Electricity costs more on hot summer afternoons, so follow some of these tips to reduce your energy use. Adjust Your Thermostat: During peak hours...

City Partners with Energy Network on ‘100 Greener Homes’
Friday, Mar 13, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita is partnering with The Energy Network to launch the Santa Clarita 100 Greener Homes Project, which provides rebates to assist property owners in making energy efficient home upgrades. Community members can learn more about the program by attending a free informational workshop...

Feb. 25: Learn How to Save Money, Be Energy Efficient
Friday, Feb 20, 2015

The City of Santa Clarita is partnering with The Energy Network to launch the Santa Clarita 100 Greener Homes Project, which provides rebates to assist property owners in making energy efficient home upgrades. Community members can learn more about the program by attending a free informational workshop...

Huge Solar Power Plant Goes Online East of Bakersfield
Wednesday, Feb 18, 2015

[Feb. 18] – SunEdison Inc., the world’s largest renewable energy development company, today announced the successful completion and start of operation of the Regulus solar facility in Kern County. The 81.6 MW (megawatt) DC (direct current) facility is one of SunEdison’s largest utility...

UCLA Working to Achieve Carbon Neutrality
Thursday, Jan 22, 2015

As the UC system marches toward its goal of carbon neutrality by 2025, UCLA is doing its part by using less energy per square foot of buildings than in 1990, converting half of its campus fleet to alternative-fuel vehicles and growing its roster of LEED-certified green buildings. Last year marked the...

County Taking Names for ‘Green Leadership’ Awards
Wednesday, Jan 21, 2015

The County of Los Angeles is now accepting applications for the 2015 “Green Leadership Awards” program, announced Interim Chief Executive Officer Sachi A. Hamai. “The County of Los Angeles established the Green Leadership Awards Program to showcase the diverse local achievements in protecting and...

Dec. 19: Free Green Shopping Bag Giveaway at Mall, Libraries
Thursday, Dec 11, 2014

A Day With a Bag – Get your bag and get shopping! Residents are invited to join thousands of shoppers throughout the City of Santa Clarita by giving up one-time use shopping bags in favor of reusable bags as part of “A Day With a Bag” on Friday, Dec 19. Currently, Californians use more than 19...

Nov. 15: Participate in ‘America Recycles’ Day
Thursday, Nov 6, 2014

America Recycles Day is a program to “Keep America Beautiful” and it’s the only nationally-recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States. ARD inspires residents to recycle more and recycle right every day of the year.   This year, ARD is Saturday, November...

Oct. 18: Water is Focus of COC Sustainability Conference
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2014

In an effort to promote water and energy sustainability efforts amid record drought conditions, College of the Canyons will host the second annual Green Up: Community Action and Education Conference presented by the SCV Family of Water Suppliers and the Santa Clarita Environmental Education Consortium...

Beware Appliances That Want to Drain Your Energy
Monday, Oct 6, 2014

This Halloween, we’ll be seeing tons of spooky creatures and supernatural monsters out on the streets, but the scariest monster is lurking every day in your own home: the energy vampire. An “energy vampire” is an electronic appliance or device that uses energy when it’s plugged in, even if it’s...

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The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road
Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party
The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday
1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
Henry Gage
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders
Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests Made in Statewide Organized Retail Theft Investigation
The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.
Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center
1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
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As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.
DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm
Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda
From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float
The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe
The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.
LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
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Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in water resource-related fields are invited to apply for the 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship, offered by the Association of California Water Agencies in partnership with SCV Water. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2026.
SCV Water Announces 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. ‘Jerry’ Gladbach Scholarship
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