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1940 - NYC premiere of "The Marines Fly High" starring Lucille Ball, filmed in Placerita Canyon [story] Marines Fly High


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Bait and Switch
Monday, Aug 10, 2015

I think our gasoline prices are so high because Gov. Jerry Brown wants us to get out of our cars and into his high-speed rail boondoggle. Here is more high-speed-rail lawsuit information for you to think about: Kings County has brought suit against the California High Speed Rail Authority because it...

Lawmakers Looking to Lick High-Speed Rail
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2015

Several California legislators are looking to host a public re-vote of the 2008 voter-approved high-speed rail bond financing. A total of eight bills proposing to halt funding and allow the public to respond to changes in the High-Speed Rail Plan have been proposed, but each has been shut down by the...

Enough Secrets
Monday, Jun 29, 2015

For a few years now, at least since 2008, we’ve heard from our politicians that whatever public actions are being taken, they will do it in the “most transparent process ever.” It seems the words aren’t limited to party lines, but they aren’t something we see carried out too often. We...

First Concrete Poured for High-Speed Rail
Saturday, Jun 27, 2015

[CHSR Authority] – The California High-Speed Rail Authority and its design-build contractor Tutor Perini/Zachry/Parsons conducted the first concrete pour Friday at the Fresno River Viaduct, the first aerial structure that is part of California’s high-speed rail program. This is a continuation of...

Thirsty Passengers
Sunday, Jun 21, 2015

When I lived in Virginia, I learned that only the state legislature could allow a referendum. There is no such thing as the people alone starting one. Not allowed unless the Commonwealth allows it. We are either cursed or blessed with our ability to start a referendum in this formerly great state. So,...

We Need a Petition
Saturday, Jun 20, 2015

Just about when I thought I had seen it all from the California High Speed Rail Authority and our crazy reps up in Sacramento, they start another round of idiocy. You see, I’ve read yet another report – or more correctly an addendum to a report – that shows me just how 100 pages of “study”...

Bullet Train’s First Aerial Structure Now Being Built
Tuesday, Jun 16, 2015

[CHSRA] – Travelers on Amtrak and State Route 145 in Madera County can see the beginnings of the Fresno River Viaduct, the first aerial structure to be built as part of California’s high-speed rail program. This viaduct will stretch from Raymond Road to Watson Street, crossing State Route 145,...

Dead In Its Tracks?
Friday, Jun 12, 2015

Please read this carefully. The California High Speed Rail line will have no stations in the Santa Clarita Valley. It isn’t going to change our commute times to Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley. It is not a commuter train for this valley. So please stop saying how it could improve your commute...

Antonovich, Others Call for Quick Elimination of Bad Bullet Train Routes
Friday, Jun 5, 2015

In a joint letter issued to the California High-Speed Rail Authority in advance of its June 9 board meeting, Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich, Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, and Los Angeles City Councilmember Felipe Fuentes called on the Authority to recognize the significant...

June 9: FREE Public Transit Available to High-Speed Rail Meeting in L.A.
Wednesday, Jun 3, 2015

How important is YOUR Voice? It’s Vital! at The California High Speed Rail Authority Board Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 10:00 a.m. Ronald Reagan State Building Auditorium 300 South Spring Street, Los Angeles Even if you attended Monday night’s open house to advocate against the High Speed Rail...

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating At-Risk Missing Person, Lamonte Alan Oliney.
LASD Seeks Public Help in Locating Missing Man, Lamonte Alan Oliney
Rachel Kranson, director of Jewish studies and associate professor of religious studies at the University of Pittsburgh, will discuss the relationships between Jewish and Catholic communities for California State University, Northridge’s 13th Annual Maurice Amado Foundation Lecture in Jewish Ethics.
March 9: CSUN Amado Lecture to Discuss Meaningful Jewish-Catholic Relationships
The city of Santa Clarita is pleased to present "Canyon Country History Captured" by the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society, on display now through April 29, 2026, at the Canyon Country Community Center.
“Canyon Country History Captured” Exhibition at the Canyon Country Community Center
Registration remains open for more than 340 short-term classes still available during the College of the Canyons spring 2026 semester.
Registration Open for Short-Term Classes at College of the Canyons
The city of Santa Clarita will open Spring Recreation Registration on Tuesday, March 10, at 10 a.m., offering a wide variety of seasonal classes and programs, including Camp Clarita, Summer Youth Basketball and Primetime Preschool enrollment.
March 10: Registration Opens for City Spring Recreation Programs
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Special Enforcement Bureau personnel are responding to assist the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station with a barricaded male, adult armed suspect.
Update: Barricaded Suspect Safely Taken Into Custody in Saugus
Kaiser Permanente recently awarded a $10,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley with a check presentation at the organization’s Newhall clubhouse, highlighting a continued investment in youth education and enrichment in the SCV. highlighting a continued investment in youth education and enrichment in the SCV.
Kaiser Permanente Awards $10,000 Grant to Boys & Girls Club of SCV
<strong>1940</strong> - NYC premiere of "The Marines Fly High" starring Lucille Ball, filmed in Placerita Canyon [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lw2676.htm" target="_blank">story</a>] <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lw2676.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/lw2676t.jpg" alt="Marines Fly High" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
The 30th Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival is back in town and the city of Santa Clarita is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make it a success by assisting with different activities during the event.
Volunteers Needed for Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival
The Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 5 to receive an overview on 2026 events planned by the city of Santa Clarita.
March 5: Santa Clarita Parks Commission Meets for Overview of 2026 Events
The Master's University men's basketball team pulled off the most improbable win of the season, coming back from a 17-point deficit in the second half to win the GSAC Men's Basketball Championship 77-74 in The MacArthur Center on Monday, March 2.
The Master’s Wins GSAC Basketball Championship
WalletHub, a free personal finance app, reports the residents of Santa Clarita possess the sixth most credit cards per person in the United States.
Santa Clarita Ranks Sixth Nationally in Most Credit Cards Per Person
The College of the Canyons track and field teams combined for nearly 40 personal best times and marks during the annual Cuyamaca College Invitational on Saturday, Feb. 28 with the women's squad claiming its first team victory of the season.
Canyons Wins Women’s Meet, Sees High Marks from Men’s Squad at Cuyamaca Invite
Circle of Hope’s most anticipated night of the year returns on Saturday, March 28, as Vine2Wine once again brings the community together for an evening of wine, cuisine and compassion.
March 28: Vine2Wine ‘A Mediterranean Toga Affair’ for Circle of Hope
College of the Canyons swimming and diving competed at the two-day Mt. San Antonio College Invitational Feb. 27-28, with the Cougars turning in a number of strong individual performances.
Cougars’ Swim & Dive Teams Compete at Mt. SAC Invitational
Innovation guides how Santa Clarita brings the community together through its events and programming. Each year, the city introduces new ways to engage residents and highlight what makes Santa Clarita unique.
Ken Striplin | Two New Events Celebrating Spring
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, "Tax Essentials for Entrepreneurs: A 2-Part Workshop Series." Part 1, "Business Structure – Choosing Smart from the Start," will be presented on Wednesday, March 11 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
March 11: Free Business Webinar, ‘Tax Essentials for Entrepreneurs,’ Part 1
Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley is holding a Dodgers Opening Weekend Raffle fundraiser with a live drawing scheduled for Tuesday, March 17.
March 17: Family Promise of SCV Fundraising Dodgers Opening Weekend Raffle
University and government officials formally cut the ribbon today for California State University, Northridge’s Valera NEST, a first-of-its-kind resource center in the CSU system that provides basic needs services such as food, clothing and wellness to students in a centralized location on campus.
CSUN Formally Opens Valera NEST, CSU Student Resource Center
California Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Internship Program, offering paid professional experience for Santa Clarita Valley college students.
California Credit Union Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Summer Internship Program
Starting Tuesday, March 3, Placerita Canyon Natural Area and Nature Center will have updated summer operating hours.
March 3: Summer Operating Hours for Placerita Canyon Natural Area, Nature Center
The Valley Industry Association will host "VIA Cocktails & Conversation: An Evening with Santa Clarita City Councilwoman Marsha McLean" on Thursday, March 19, 5:30-7 p.m.
March 19: VIA Cocktails & Conservation with Councilwoman Marsha McLean
At its Feb. 17, regular meeting, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Board of Directors approved an ordinance establishing penalties relating to water theft from fire hydrants as well as corresponding revisions to its Customer Service Policy.
SCV Water Board Approves Establishing Penalties for Water Theft From Fire Hydrants
The Santa Clarita Artists Association is holding a call for artists for "Rustic Roots: The California West" art exhibit. Entry Deadline is Sunday, March 22.
March 22:  SCAA Call to Artists ‘Rustic Roots, The California West’ Deadline
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