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1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]

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Friday COVID Roundup: County Reports 1,017 New Cases, 14 New Deaths

Friday, Oct 21, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 14 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,017 new cases countywide and 30 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,889, county case totals to 3,476,928 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Monday COVID Roundup: 1,532 Cases and 22 Deaths Countywide

Monday, Oct 17, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Monday no additional deaths and 54 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley over the weekend, with a total of 22 deaths and 1,532 new cases countywide. 1,532 new COVID-19 cases weekend breakdown: Monday, Oct. 3: NA Sunday, Oct. 2: 459 Saturday,...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Seven Day Average Case Count Continues Decline

Friday, Oct 14, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 15 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,329 new cases countywide and 38 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,811, county case totals to 3,470,848 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Thursday COVID Roundup: 1,374 New Positive Cases and 13 New Deaths in County

Thursday, Oct 13, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed Thursday 35 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley, with a total of 13 deaths and 1,374 new cases countywide. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,797, county case totals to 3,469,663 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Friday COVID Roundup: 1,336 Cases Countywide, 45 Cases in SCV

Friday, Oct 7, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 11 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,336 new cases countywide and 45 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,740, county case totals to 3,464,157 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: 1,133 New Cases in County, 12 Deaths Includes Child

Tuesday, Oct 4, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 12 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,133 new cases countywide and 28 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,709, county case totals to 3,459,997 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Friday COVID Roundup: Seven Day Average of County Case Counts Declines 8 Percent

Friday, Sep 30, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed six new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,682 new cases countywide and 100 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,603, county case totals to 3,456,407 and Santa Clarita Valley case...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: 12 New Deaths, 1,288 New Cases in L.A. County

Tuesday, Sep 27, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 12 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,288 new cases countywide and 44 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,576, county case totals to 3,451,726 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Tuesday COVID Roundup: 14 New Deaths, 1,520 New Cases in L.A. County

Tuesday, Sep 20, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 14 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,520 new cases countywide and 32 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,497, county case totals to 3,442,653 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Friday COVID Roundup: New Fall Booster Vaccine Urged to Prevent Winter Surge

Friday, Sep 16, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 16 new deaths throughout L.A. County, 1,944 new cases countywide and 55 new cases in the Santa Clarita Valley. This new data brings Los Angeles County death totals to 33,447, county case totals to 3,437,648 and Santa Clarita Valley case totals...

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Today in SCV History (Dec. 22) 1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]	Today in SCV History (Dec. 21) 1910 - Newhall (Auto) Tunnel opens, bypassing Beale's Cut [story]	Santa Clarita Seeks Applicants for Summer Lifeguard Jobs The city of Santa Clarita is seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for swimming, exceptional customer service and community engagement to join the lifeguard team.	Jan. 1: California State Parks First Day Hikes California State Parks is calling all outdoor enthusiasts to step into the new year with a breath of fresh air. On Wednesday, Jan. 1, State Parks will host its highly anticipated First Day Hikes, offering over 90 guided hikes at more than 70 of California’s most iconic and breathtaking parks.	Dec. 21: Residential No Burn Day in Santa Clarita Valley The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a residential No Burn Day Alert on Saturday, Dec. 21, for all those living in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the Santa Clarita Valley.	Public Health Warns Against Consuming Raw Milk The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is urging residents to avoid consuming or feeding to their pets raw milk due to the ongoing spread of H5 bird flu in dairy cows.
Feb. 3: Deadline for Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival Vendors Applications The Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival is hosting a call for vendors for its return April 12 and 13, 2025.	Protect the Most Vulnerable from COVID-19 this Holiday Season The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is reminding residents to remain vigilant as the holidays approach and to use the preventive tools available to protect the county’s most vulnerable populations from COVID-19.	Jan. 18: Zonta Lifeforward Workshop ‘All About Communication’ The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley will host a free Lifeforward workshop "All About Communication" on Saturday, Jan. 18, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Valencia United Methodist Church, 25718 McBean Parkway. Valencia, CA 91355.	Jan. 14: InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship Start the new year off with a InfluenceHER Building Transformative Mutual Mentorship meeting Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Kindred Spirits, 24510 Town Center Drive Valencia, CA 91355.	Ondré Seltzer \| SCVEDC Celebrates 15 Years in 2025	CalArtians Among Sundance 2025 Lineup The Sundance Institute has unveiled the eagerly anticipated program for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, the country’s premier stage for independent cinema.
Kathryn Barger \| Keeping Up With Kathryn Every year at my Foster Youth Holiday Party, it seems like the presents and kids’ smiles get bigger and bigger!	TMU Coach Davis to Focus on Beach Volleyball, Hafner Hired as Indoor Coach Annett Davis, the head coach of both the women's volleyball team and the beach volleyball team at The Masters University, has decided to step down as the head coach of the women's indoor volleyball team.	West Ranch High’s Naomi Kim Earns Congressional Award Gold Medal The William S. Hart Union High School District has announced Naomi Kim, a senior at West Ranch High School, has earned the Congressional Award’s highest award: The Gold Medal.	Dec. 24-25: CHP Maximum Enforcement, Home for the Holidays, Safety is Best Gift As families prepare to celebrate the holidays, the California Highway Patrol reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the road. To keep travelers safe throughout the busy holiday season, the CHP is initiating the first of two statewide Maximum Enforcement Periods this month to reduce traffic incidents by targeting unsafe driving behaviors and assisting motorists.	Dec. 21-Jan. 1: Valencia Branch of Santa Clarita Public Library Closed for Renovation The city of Santa Clarita has announced that renovations are coming to the Santa Clarita Public Library Valencia Branch. The Valencia Branch will be temporarily closed from Dec. 21 through Jan. 1, for a flooring renovation project.	Matias Castro, Golden Valley High Grad, Named 2025 YoungArts Winner Matias Castro a graduate of Golden Valley High School, three-time participant in the William S. Hart Union High School District Honor Band and current first-year student at University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music has been named a 2025 YoungArts winner with distinction in Jazz Alto Saxophone, the highest honor of the organization.
Realtors Host Annual Holiday ‘Breakfast with Santa’ in Valencia There was no gold, frankincense or the anointing oil myrrh, but the hot sausage, pancakes and special gifts offered at the recent “Breakfast with Santa” held in Valencia were treats for dozens of children and their parents. It was a reminder of the meaning of this special holiday season.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 20) 1892 - Benjamin Harrison establishes 555,520-acre San Gabriel Timberland Reserve (Angeles National Forest). First forest reserve in California, second in U.S. [story]	Yes I Can Honors Remo Inc., Migrate Sound Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a nonprofit organization that provides career-skills training and employment services to adults with disabilities, presented certificates of recognition to Remo Inc. and Migrate Sound for the commitment to creating career opportunities for neurodiverse talent.	The MAIN, Outpost Media Presents The Wolves The MAIN and Outpost Media has announced the premiere of The Wolves, 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, thru Sunday, Jan. 26, at the MAIN located at 24266 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.	COC Board of Trustees Swears in New Members The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees, which oversees College of the Canyons, swore in recently elected board members, named its new officers, received recognitions for service and set its 2025 meeting schedule at the board’s business and organizational meeting held on Wednesday, Dec. 18.	Laurene Weste \| What Are You Thankful For This Holiday Season? Reflecting on this past year, there are so many things to be thankful for. Whether it is our health, happiness or the ability to live in a community as special as ours, I believe many of our residents would agree that Santa Clarita is a place where wonderful memories have been made and a unique place to call home.