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1855 - American Land Commission confirms 48,612-acre Rancho San Francisco (SCV) to Jacoba Feliz, widow of Antonio del Valle [story]
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County Public Defender’s Office Turns 100
Tuesday, Feb 18, 2014

The Law Office of the Los Angeles County Public Defender, established in 1914, celebrated its 100th anniversary Tuesday. The Office of the Public Defender was the first governmental criminal defense firm in the United States and today remains the largest. In its extensive history, the Office has provided...

County Partners With Itself to Provide Jobs For Military Vets
Thursday, Jan 30, 2014

Los Angeles  County’s Department of Military and Veterans Affairs has created a new partnership with the county’s Department of Human Resources to enhance employee opportunities for veterans. The new partnership consists of a DHR representative to be housed at the Bob Hope Patriotic Hall, 1816...

County Launches iPhone App for Service Calls (Video)
Monday, Jan 27, 2014

Are you tired of seeing vehicles illegally parked on front lawns in your neighborhood? Frustrated by graffiti on public buildings, in local parks and at other landmarks? The County of Los Angeles has a solution for you. On Monday, the Department of Public Works launched an update to ‘The Works’ iPhone...

S&P Upgrades County’s Credit Rating
Friday, Dec 20, 2013

The County of Los Angeles received an upgrade in its long-term credit rating from Standard & Poor’s Rating Services, raising the County’s rating from AA to AA+. This is the highest credit rating ever assigned to the County by S&P. S&P’s outlook highlights the County’s strong general...

Social Workers’ Union, County Come to Terms
Monday, Dec 16, 2013

The union that represents more than 55,000 county employees said it has reached a tentative agreement with Los Angeles County following a six-day strike. The union was fighting for reduced caseloads and a retroactive 6-percent pay raise for its 3,600 social workers. The timing of any potential wage hike...

Fed Shutdown Will Hike Homelessness, County Says
Wednesday, Oct 2, 2013

[Housing Authority] – With the second day of the Federal shutdown in effect, local governments are bracing for the worst. The Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles operates affordable housing programs, such as the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), which rely on the federal government...

Supervisors Oppose Creation of L.A. City Health Department
Tuesday, Sep 17, 2013

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to oppose the June 2014 ballot initiative that would create a City of Los Angeles Public Health Department. The motion, brought forward by Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, states that the ballot initiative would diminish public health...

County Gets Good Marks from Financial Ratings Firms
Monday, Jun 3, 2013

The County of Los Angeles once again received the highest short-term ratings from the nation’s top three rating agencies for the County’s annual cash flow financing, making it one of the few governmental agencies of its size to get outstanding ratings this year. The ratings by Moody’s, Standard...

County Commission Wants to Get Seniors Walking
Saturday, Feb 16, 2013

The Los Angeles County Commission for Older Adults has launched LA Seniors WALK: Celebrating Healthy Aging, as a means of educating older adults about the benefits of walking. Los Angeles County has almost 1,700,000 residents who are over the age of 60, a number that is expected to reach 2, 300,000 by...

County Housing Authority Moving Offices to Alhambra
Tuesday, Nov 27, 2012

The Community Development Commission (CDC) and the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA) have begun to move into their new headquarters, located at 700 W. Main St., in Alhambra. Over 250 employees have moved in, and will be followed by approximately 250 more at the end of December....

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The Santa Clarita Valley Education Foundation has announced registration is open for the annual Principal for a Day fundraising event to be held on Monday, Jan. 24.
Jan. 24: SCV Education Foundation Principal for a Day Returns
Beginning Tuesdays, Jan. 21 through May 27 from 10 a.m. - Noon, ARTree Community Arts Center will host Acrylic Painting Technique Classes for ages 18 and up.
Jan. 21-May 27: Acrylic Painting Techniques Classes at ARTree Arts Center
The city of Santa Clarita's “Exploring Domestic Spaces” exhibition will be on view through March 20, located at the Newhall Community Center, 22421 Market St. Newhall, CA 91321.
Newhall Community Center’s ‘Exploring Domestic Space Exhibition’ Runs Thru March
The Santa Clarita Artists Association presents "Signature YOU," Art Show, bringing an artists unique signature style to Old Town Newhall with a reception, 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at 22508 6th St., Newhall, CA 91321.
Jan. 18: SCAA Presents ‘Signature YOU’ Art Show Reception
Prepare businesses for 2025 with SCV Chamber’s comprehensive employment law update, led by Brian Koegle of Koegle Law Group, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23 at College of the Canyons University Center at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355.
Jan. 23: SCV Chamber’s 2025 Employment Law Update
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center will host a Community Hike on Saturday, Jan. 4, from 4-6 p.m.
Jan. 4: Community Hike at Placerita Canyon Nature Center
As we jump into the new year, the city of Santa Clarita has so much to be thankful for. The city’s 37 years of growth has brought the community top-notch events, a high quality of life and many amazing amenities.
Bill Miranda | Happy New Year, Santa Clarita!
The Old Town Newhall Public Library will host a adult Mindful Art Hour workshop Tuesday, Jan. 7, 4-5 p.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 7: Mindful Art Hour at Newhall Library
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has published the agenda for its Tuesday, Jan. 7 meeting starting at 9:30 a.m.
Jan. 7: LA County Board of Supervisors Meeting
1855 - American Land Commission confirms 48,612-acre Rancho San Francisco (SCV) to Jacoba Feliz, widow of Antonio del Valle [story]
fake deed
Three of Santa Clarita’s most talented women artists, each employing a distinct medium will be showcasing over 30 original artworks at the Santa Paula Art Museum in an upcoming exhibit titled “A Brush With Nature: Three Artists’ Perspectives.”
Jan. 18: SCV Artists’ Showcase at Santa Paula Art Museum
The South Coast Air Quality Management District continues to issue No Burn Day alerts for the first week of January.
Jan. 2: No Burn Days Continue Into New Year
As we close out another year, let's take some time to celebrate and reflect on the progress we've made. It is this work we have done together that makes it such an honor to continue serving as your Assemblymember for another two years.
Pilar Schiavo: Celebrating Progress, Community, and a Bright Year Ahead
As the year 2024 comes to a close, it is a good time to reflect on what a great year had at SNAP Sports.
SNAP Sports Looks Back and Gives Thanks for 2024
The new year is a time to reset, while also setting goals for the next 12 months. Thanks to the leadership of our City Council, strategic planning has always been a key part of our City’s success.
Ken Striplin: Happy New Year
Every year, law enforcement faces unforeseen challenges due to changes in laws, policies, and societal shifts.
L.A. Sheriff’s Department Shares 2024 End of Year Highlights
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger and Supervisor Hilda L. Solis have introduced a motion to declare Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, a Day of Mourning across Los Angeles County in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, who recently passed away on Dec. 29, 2024, at the age of 100.
Supes Will Vote to Honor Former President Carter With Day of Mourning
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger proudly highlights her top accomplishments of 2024, showcasing her dedication to the residents of the Fifth District and Los Angeles County. 
Supervisor Kathryn Barger Celebrates Landmark Achievements in 2024
1850 - Death Valley '49ers William Manley & John Rogers reach SCV, find help for Bennett-Arcan party [story]
William Manly
The California Department of Public Health has launched "Take Space to Pause," a statewide campaign made for teens and by teens that will focus on reducing self-stigma surrounding youth mental health challenges and promoting positive ways to seek help.
Teens Encouraged To ‘Take Space to Pause’ To Help with Mental Health
By sustaining its commitment to support healthy individuals and families in healthful communities, the California Department of Public Health recognizes the need to transform as public health advances and society evolves.
Tomás J. Aragón, M.D. | California Department of Public Health
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is advising residents to not feed their pets Monarch Raw Pet Food sold at several farmers markets in California due to detection of H5 bird flu virus in product samples. A house cat that consumed this product has been confirmed H5 bird flu positive.
Public Health Warns Against Raw Milk, Meat for Humans, Pets
Chiquita Canyon, LLC has announced that the Chiquita Canyon Landfill is closing active waste disposal operations effective Jan. 1, 2025. The last day for accepting incoming solid waste at the landfill is Tuesday, Dec. 31. While waste disposal operations will conclude, Chiquita Canyon, LLC will continue to manage the landfill, address the noxious odor incident occurring onsite and oversee closure and post-closure activities.
Chiquita Canyon Landfill Ceases Operations Jan. 1
As we approach the end of 2024, we are wrapping up several big projects and planning new ones. Although we are currently tackling an issue with a faulty well, there is some good news to share as well.
Gabriella Skollar | Gibbon Conservation Center
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