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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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June 8: Inaugural Santa Clarita Valley Book Festival
Thursday, Jan 11, 2024

The inaugural Santa Clarita Valley Book Festival is set to make its debut on June 8, at College of the Canyons, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The college is located at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road in Santa Clarita. The SCV Book Festival is brought to you by the collaborative efforts of the Santa Clarita Valley...

Laurene Weste | Galactic Adventures at Family Literacy Festival
Thursday, Nov 30, 2023

Embark on a Galactic Adventure at the Family Literacy Festival “Reading can take you places you have never been before.” – Dr. Seuss Nestled in the hearts of our community, the Santa Clarita Public Library system holds an important place in the lives of our residents. Libraries are a cultural hub,...

Ken Striplin | Out-of-This-World Family Literacy Festival
Monday, Nov 20, 2023

Launch Into a Galactic World at the Family Literacy Festival “The more that you read, the more you will know” – Dr. Seuss Are you looking for a day full of out-of-this-world engaging activities, with a big dose of intergalactic information? Look no further than the 16th annual Family Literacy Festival....

Santa Clarita Public Library Releases ‘Fall into Fun’ Lineup
Wednesday, Sep 6, 2023

The Santa Clarita Public Library has released its “Fall into Fun” lineup. Scroll down below for activities you and your whole family can enjoy. Word Up! Do you enjoy playing Scrabble? If you answered yes, visit the Valencia Branch in September to build upon the words of your fellow...

Laurene Weste | Back to School Help at Santa Clarita Public Library
Thursday, Aug 31, 2023

Time for School at the Santa Clarita Public Library! “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis The amazing thing about humans is our capacity to learn. Each day, every one of us, can discover something new. Whether you’re starting high school, entering...

Message from City Manager | Early Childhood Literacy
Monday, Aug 14, 2023

Read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! Early childhood literacy is a critical foundation for a child’s intellectual, emotional and social development. Recognizing the significance of fostering a love for books and reading in young children, the Santa Clarita Public Library has proudly launched the 1,000...

State Budget Reflects Thurmond’s Legislative Priorities
Monday, Jul 10, 2023

SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond celebrated the recent signing of the 2023–24 state budget bill and Monday’s signing of the associated trailer bills, noting the degree to which new and continued funding reflects the priorities he has championed for public...

June 12: Kickoff to Santa Clarita’s Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, Jun 6, 2023

The school year is ending, which means the Santa Clarita Public Library is ramping up its summer programming. This includes the kickoff of the annual Summer Reading Program which begins June 12. This beloved program offers our residents a variety of family-friendly activities, reading challenges, crafts...

State Education Department Partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that the California Department of Education is partnering with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the preeminent early childhood book-gifting program in the world and the flagship program of the Dollywood Foundation....

Mayor’s Monthly Message | ‘Find Your Voice’ with Summer Reading Program
Thursday, Jun 1, 2023

Get Ready to Find Your Voice with the Santa Clarita Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Have you heard of the summer slide? I am not talking about the slide at your favorite neighborhood park or even the totally awesome waterslide at the Aquatic Center, but instead the decline in reading ability...

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1876 - 223-foot Soledad train tunnel completed; last tunnel on line linking L.A. & S.F. [story]
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The city of Santa Clarita is now accepting short poem entries for the Sidewalk Poetry Project from residents and individuals with connections or ties to Santa Clarita.
Sidewalk Poetry 2025 Submissions Now Being Accepted
Returning for a fourth year, the “Fringe of the Woods Festival” will again be held Aug. 9-11 at the Mile High Theater in Lake of the Woods/Frazier Park.
Aug. 9-11: ‘Fringe of the Woods Festival’ in Frazier Park
The Val Verde Historical Society will host Back to Val Verde for Val Verde's 100! on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. This all day picnic and celebration will feature food, music, games and raffles.
Aug. 31: Back to Val Verde for Val Verde’s 100!
Can you help us identify these thieves? The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station is seeking the public's help in identifying two grand theft suspects. On June 22 two suspects stole a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma tailgate from a vehicle in Valencia.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Seeks Public’s Help
The city of Santa Clarita and DrinkPAK! are seeking talented creators for Maker's Marketplace, a curated shopping experience at the city's largest holiday event, Light Up Main Street.
City Seeking Artisans for Light Up Main Street
Outgoing Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Foundation President Gloria Mercdo-Fortine recently received high praise for her tenure as president of the foundation for the past four years.
SCV Sheriff’s Foundation Celebrates Gloria Mercado-Fortine
Here we are at the end of July and preparations for the fall season are already underway at most of our member schools. As is the case most every year, school administration and athletic faculty should be aware and ready to immediately implement the rule changes enacted the previous year.
Mike West | Message From the CIF-SS Commissioner
The California Department of Transportation announced the southbound Interstate 5 will be reduced to one or two lanes from two miles north of Templin Highway (near the Whitaker Sand Shed) north of Castaic to Lake Hughes Road overnights Monday, July 29 through Friday, Aug. 2 for paving work.
July 29-Aug. 2: Caltrans I-5 Lane Closures Near Castaic to Continue
1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
Armantha Thibaudeau
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation announced earlier this month that Jey Wagner stepped down from his role as president and CEO effective July 8, 2024.
SCVEDC Seeking Candidates for President, CEO
(CN) — The California Supreme Court on Thursday rebuffed a union-backed challenge to the voter-approved law that exempts app-based drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash from being classified as employees rather than independent contractors under the state's labor code.
Rideshare Drivers to Remain Independent Contractors
Daniel Rush has been named the head coach for The Master's University's cross country and track & field teams.
TMU Names Daniel Rush Mustangs XCTF Head Coach
Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages.
Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
"Inside Out 2," the sequel to Pixar’s 2015 hit, is taking the worldwide box office by storm.
CalArtians Help Propel ‘Inside Out 2’ to Highest-Grossing Animated Film
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, the second annual "Game. Set. Hope. Charity Tennis Tournament" will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning 9:30 a.m., at the West Ranch High School tennis courts.
Sept. 7: ‘Game. Set. Hope.’ Tennis Tourney Benefiting Mental Health Awareness
Building on California’s ongoing work and unprecedented investments to address the decades-long issue of homelessness, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while  respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians.
Newsom Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments
1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for July 24
The Los Angeles County Departments of Mental Health and Public Health have centralized access to mental health and substance use services into one 24/7 call center at (800) 854-7771.
County Revamps Help Line for Mental Health, Overdose Services
Adopt a Pet and help the Castaic Animal Shelter "Clear the Shelter" with their kick-off Party on Aug. 10. 
Aug. 10:  ‘Clear the Shelter’ Party for Animal Adoption Month
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