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Ex-Mayor Ferry Weds Dentist from Iran; Fled During ’79 Revolution
Tuesday, Jul 1, 2014

[KHTS] – Frank Ferry, former Santa Clarita mayor and high school principal, married his longtime sweetheart Mori Rouhani on Saturday. The backyard ceremony was held at Rouhani’s home in West Hills. About 40 relatives attended the event. Sons of Ferry and Rouhani, Nick Ferry, Jake Ferry, Keon...

Pulskamp Takes Helm of Calif. City Management Foundation
Monday, Feb 3, 2014

Ken Pulskamp The California City Management Foundation announced the appointment Monday of Kenneth Pulskamp as its Executive Director. Pulskamp has over 35 years of experience in local government administration. He worked as City Manager in Santa Clarita for 10 years. He was awarded the “City Manager...

From ‘Making Progress’ to ‘Goal Accomplished’
Saturday, Dec 1, 2012

Ken Pulskamp Some time ago in this column, I unwisely mentioned that I had set a goal to swim 100 miles at the aquatic center. Since that time I have been asked by many people how my goal was coming. I always responded the same: “making progress.” Well, I can finally move from “making progress”...

Dec. 14: Retirement Party for City Manager … You’re Invited
Tuesday, Nov 27, 2012

Ken Pulskamp Community members interested in wishing outgoing City Manager Ken Pulskamp farewell are invited to attend a retirement event in his honor on Friday, Dec. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Activities Center at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex, located at 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway. Tickets to the event...

Earlier Start for Santa Clarita’s New City Manager
Thursday, Nov 8, 2012

Ken Striplin The Santa Clarita City Council will consider an amendment Tuesday to Ken Striplin’s city manager contract to reflect a Dec. 1 start date. Striplin replaces City Manager Ken Pulskamp, who had announced his retirement effective Jan. 1, 2013. But then, Pulskamp agreed to serve as Burbank’s...

City Finances Sitting Pretty with AAA Rating
Sunday, Nov 4, 2012

Ken Pulskamp You will be pleased to know that your city is doing well fiscally.  This year, we’ve seen a slight uptick in our sales tax revenues, which is a good indicator for our local economy. Earlier this year, Santa Clarita received its third credit upgrade in five years from Standard and Poor’s. ...

Pulskamp Leaving Early to Run City of Burbank
Monday, Oct 22, 2012

Ken Pulskamp Mayor Frank Ferry announced Monday that retiring City Manager Ken Pulskamp has accepted the interim City Manager position with the City of Burbank, effective Dec. 3. Ken Pulskamp’s last day as Santa Clarita’s City Manager is Nov. 30. (Editor’s note: Pulskamp’s previously...

City Celebrates 25th Anniversary (Video)
Thursday, Oct 18, 2012

The city of Santa Clarita hosted its State of the City Luncheon 2012 Thursday. While Santa Clarita celebrated its 25th birthday it also marked the last State of the City Luncheon for current City Manager Ken Pulskamp, who announced his retirement effective December. Pulskamp received a standing ovation...

Exciting Times in Santa Clarita
Sunday, Oct 7, 2012

Ken Pulskamp What an exciting time for the City of Santa Clarita! We recently celebrated the grand opening of our new Old Town Newhall Library. If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, I encourage you to stop by soon. Located at 24500 Main Street, the new Old Town Newhall Library has a book and...

Friday, Sep 7, 2012

Read the S&P report here.   The City of Santa Clarita was recently notified that its credit rating was upgraded to AAA, the highest rating a municipality can receive. Standard and Poors defines the AAA rating as: “Extremely strong capacity to meet financial commitments; the highest rating.”...

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This week, we officially launched the new Los Angeles County Homeless Services and Housing Department, whose work will have tangible, visible impacts.
Kathryn Barger | Launch of County Homeless Services, Housing Department
The Valley Industry Association will kickoff 2026 with the "Real Estate, Rates and the Workforce" luncheon 11:45 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 at the Child & Family Center.
Feb. 24: VIA Luncheon, ‘Real Estate, Rates, the Workforce’
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday, and among those recognized is Pixar’s "Elio," which received a nomination for Best Animated Feature.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Captures Oscar Nod for Best Animated Feature
The Master's women's basketball team held the Park-Gilbert Buccaneers to just 2 of 28 shooting from behind the 3-point line to win 68-43 at home in The MacArthur Center.
Stellar Defense Brings Win for TMU Lady Mustangs
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in open session on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 6 p.m. at Santa Clarita City Hall, where the council will consider entering into an agreement with Serrano Development Group.
Jan. 27: City Council to Consider Deal for Parking, Development on Main Street
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority has announced the successful completion of the three-night volunteer portion of the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.
2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count Successfully Completed
The city of Santa Clarita is now accepting applications for part-time summer positions at Camp Clarita, Newhall Community Center and Canyon Country Community Center.
City Accepting Applications for the 2026 Summer Season
College of the Canyons Men's Basketball scored a season-high 92 points to down No. 18 ranked West L.A. College 92-73 at the Cougar Cage.
Canyons Men’s Basketball Takes Down No. 18 West L.A. 92-73
Though the Foothill League boys soccer schedules seem to have been trying to catch up to reality this week, there are still some glitches relating to Castaic. However, these don’t seem to be confusing the results. In both girls and boys leagues, the leaders’ heals are being nipped, and the next couple weeks will reveal all that we may only speculate on now.
Foothill League Soccer: Leaders Threatened
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce will host its Business After Hours Mixer on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Fast Signs.
Feb. 18: SCV Chamber Business After Hours Mixer at Fast Signs
The Castaic Union School District has announced that the Jene Fielder Trust Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. The deadline is March 4.
Jene Fielder Trust Scholarship Program Accepting Applications
The city of Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival has announced the lineup of performers for the 30th anniversary event to be held the weekend of April 18-19 at William S. Hart Park in Newhall.
April 18-19: Cowboy Festival Announces Line Up for 30th Anniversary
One of my favorite things to do in Santa Clarita is discovering new local spots to enjoy with my family.
Patsy Ayala | New Doors, New Energy in Santa Clarita
The William S. Hart Union High School District's seven comprehensive high schools have been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement School Honor Roll.
Hart District High Schools Named to 2025 AP School Honor Roll
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The 20th annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is underway throughout Southern California through March 31.
The 20th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Spirit of the West” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the first floor gallery in City Hall from March 4 through May 20.
Feb. 22: Call for Entry ‘Spirit of the West’ Juried Exhibition Deadline
The West Ranch High School intermediate theatre program presents the classic Agatha Christie mystery “Murder on the Orient Express,” opening Thursday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. in the high school’s auditorium.
Jan. 29-31: West Ranch High School Theatre Presents ‘Murder on the Orient Express’
Valencia Library will host a "Teen Library Eats: Smoothie Bar," event Thursday, Jan. 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Jan 29: ‘Teen Library Eats Smoothie Bar’ at Valencia Library
Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra has announced the winners of its Young Soloist Competition, celebrating the extraordinary talent of young musicians from the community and surrounding areas.
Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra Announces Youth Soloist Winners
The Olive Branch Theatricals will present "Rosalinda, CA," an original story by Carlos Gomez,Jr., 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14- Sunday, Feb. 22 at Valencia Town Center.
Feb. 14-22: The Olive Branch Theatricals Presents ‘Rosalinda, CA’
Lucky Luke Brewing in collaboration with Good Vibes Events LA will host a Valentine's Market, 3-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7.
Feb. 7: Valentine’s Market at Lucky Luke Brewing
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, "Contracts: The Basics (with live negotiating activity)" on Thursday, Jan. 29 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Jan. 29: SBDC Webinar on Contracts
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