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1879 - Mint Canyon School District organized (merged into Sulphur Springs Union in 1944) [story]
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Fritz Coleman Rings in New Year at J.R.’s Comedy Club
Tuesday, Dec 26, 2023

J.R.’s Comedy Club will celebrate its 27-year anniversary of providing comedy entertainment to the Santa Clarita Valley with a pair of shows on New Year’s Eve at the Hilton Garden Inn with double headliners Fritz Coleman and Don Friesen, two of J.R.’s most requested acts. “Fritz Coleman is...

CHP Urges SCV Motorists to Drive Safely Into New Year

As we prepare to usher in a new year, the California Highway Patrol is ramping up efforts to help ensure the safety of all road users, while reducing the number of deadly crashes on the state’s roadways. Beginning at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29, the CHP will implement a statewide Maximum Enforcement...

Metro Offers Free Service on Buses, Light Rail on NYE
Friday, Dec 30, 2022

If you are headed out of the Santa Clarita Valley for New Year’s Eve celebrations Metro will offer free service on all Metro-operated bus and light rail lines on Saturday Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve from 9 p.m. Saturday to 2 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 1 New Year’s Day to help everyone travel safely. The...

CHP Maximum Enforcement Period For New Year’s Weekend
Wednesday, Dec 28, 2022

The California Highway Patrol urges everyone to ring in 2023 responsibly by designating a sober driver.   The CHP will conduct a Maximum Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 2, 2023.  During that time, all available CHP officers...

The Canyon Santa Clarita to Host New Year’s Eve Prince Tribute
Friday, Dec 9, 2022

It doesn’t get more legendary than the music of Prince. When the iconic performer died in 2016, the world mourned the loss of the multi-instrumentalist savant. Whether you were a fan of Prince’s irrevocable style, or only discovered his catalog after his passing, Prince Again is a show for all to...

LASD Urges Public to Celebrate New Year’s Eve Safely
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2019

Each return of New Year’s Eve brings the opportunity to symbolically say good bye to old or unhealthy habits and begin a new chapter in one’s life with fresh ideas and a brighter outlook. Unfortunately and all too often, the outgoing celebration of 2018 and the welcoming-in of the new year is...

CHP Hopes New Year’s Drivers Are Another Year Wiser
Friday, Dec 27, 2019

SACRAMENTO – The California Highway Patrol will deploy all available personnel for the New Year’s Maximum Enforcement Period from 6:01 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31, to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1. The CHP would like to remind everyone to buckle up, avoid distractions while behind the wheel,...

Dec. 31: Fillmore & Western Railway’s New Year’s Eve Dinner Train
Thursday, Dec 26, 2019

Celebrate the new year onboard an adults only party train filled with food and colorful characters on Tuesday, Dec. 31, beginning at 8:00 p.m. What better way to ring in 2020 than with a magical evening journey on a vintage passenger train? During the trip, enjoy an elegant dinner prepared and served...

LASD Warns of New Year’s Eve Celebratory Gunfire Risks
Monday, Dec 31, 2018

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department wants all to know shooting into the air is not only irresponsible but a felony-level crime. Willfully discharging a firearm in a grossly negligent manner which could result in injury or death to a person is a violation of section 246.3(a) of the California...

Le Chene Hosts New Year’s Eve Murder Mystery
Thursday, Nov 8, 2018

To help ring in the new year, Le Chene French Cuisine has announced that they will be hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner the evening of Monday, Dec. 31. This event takes place in Le Chene’s beautiful banquet room, where professional actors from Sharpo Entertainment stay in character throughout the...

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<strong>1879</strong> - Mint Canyon School District organized (merged into Sulphur Springs Union in 1944) [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/sg19680421mint.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/sg19680421mint.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/sg19680421mintt.jpg" alt="Mint Canyon School" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
 The Southern California Association of Governments is pleased to announce that the application window for the 2026 SCAG Scholarship Program is now open.
2026 SCAG Scholarship Program Now Accepting Student Applications
Since 1984, the Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley has honored the extraordinary women whose volunteer service strengthens and uplifts the Santa Clarita Valley.
Feb. 13: Zonta Club of SCV ‘Women Who Serve’ Nomination Deadline
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Palmdale Station are asking for the public’s help locating Missing Children, Joseph Franz (10-years-old male White) and Jaxxon Franz (7-years-old male White) and Missing Parents, Audrey Nicole Burak (31-years-old female White) and Marcus Ryananthonie McArthur, (35-years-old male White).
LASD is Asking for the Public’s Help Locating Missing Children and Parents From Palmdale
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency invites community members to participate in a community workshop looking at the Agency's portfolio and Water Shortage Contingency Plan  as part of the Urban Water Management Plan development process.
Feb. 18: Public Invited to Participate in Third Urban Water Management Plan Community Workshop
The city of Santa Clarita is issuing a final call to local students to submit artwork for the Art Hop Youth Art Contest.
Feb. 21: Final Call For Students to Submit Art For Art Hip Youth Contest
California State Parks Foundation applauded the introduction of new legislation that would help ensure the future of the incredibly popular California State Library Parks Pass.
New Bill Would Help Ensure the Future of Popular California State Parks Pass Program
After witnessing the devastation caused by drunk drivers firsthand, former CHP Sergeant Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale) is partnering with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine) and Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) to protect victims, and hold repeat DUI offenders accountable.
California Lawmakers Strike Back at Deadly DUI Repeat Offenders with Three Bills
Jersey Mike’s is hosting an all-day fundraiser for Carousel Ranch’s 12th Annual “Carousel Wishes & Valentine Kisses” Campaign on Thursday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Feb. 12: Jersey Mike’s Hosts Carousel Ranch Fundraiser at All SCV Locations
SCV Water is asking customers to pause all outdoor water use from Feb. 17-24, 2026,  while scheduled maintenance at Castaic Lake temporarily limits the Agency’s imported water  supply.
Feb. 17: SCV Water Customers Asked to Temporarily Pause All Outdoor Water Use During Castaic Lake Maintenance
<strong>1970</strong> - Groundbreaking of County Civic Center in Valencia [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lw7001.htm" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/lw7001.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/lw7001.jpg" alt="Civic Center" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, (D-Chatsworth), Chair of the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, has announced that the Protecting Veterans from Predatory Practices Act (SB 694) was signed into law, strengthening California’s protections for veterans and service members seeking the benefits they have earned.
Legislation to Protect Veterans From ‘Claim Sharks’ Signed Into Law
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the release of a new episode of Santa Clarita Voices, the city’s official podcast, featuring a video-focused, behind-the-scenes tour of the Barnyard at William S. Hart Park.
Santa Clarita Voices Takes Viewers Inside the Hart Park Barnyard in New Episode
The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry has announced that it has resumed full operations and has returned to regular serving hours.
SCV Food Pantry Resumes Full Operations, Names Interim Executive Director
Back by popular demand, the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, in partnership with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Vehicle Theft Task Force, is hosting another “Etch & Catch” event, a free catalytic converter etching service designed to help prevent vehicle theft and enhance community safety.
Feb. 21: SCV Sheriff’s Station Hosts ‘Etch & Catch’ at Santa Clarita City Hall
The Third Annual SCV Eco-Alliance Film Festival will be held Saturday, March 7 at Aliso Hall at College of the Canyons. This event is free of charge and complimentary parking is also available.
March 7: Third Annual Free SCV Eco-Alliance Film Fest at College of the Canyons
The California Department of Public Health is urging Californians to check their immunization status and get vaccinated against measles after local health departments have notified the state of multiple recent cases of measles.
CDPH Urges Vaccination as Measles Cases Rise Across Multiple Counties
It was a different day on Saturday, Feb. 7, but had virtually the same result as that of Friday, Feb. 6, as The Master's University baseball team again dropped game one but came back to win game two to salvage an overall split (2-2) in the double doubleheader series against Bushnell University (OR).
Another Doubleheader Split for TMU Baseball
Jazen Guillory's jumper as time expired in overtime was the game-winner as The Master's University men's basketball team defeated Embry-Riddle 87-85 Thursday, Feb. 5 in Prescott, Ariz.
Mustangs Get Thrilling Overtime Road Win
Allie Miller poured in 25 points to lead The Master's University women's basketball team to a 71-64 win over the Embry-Riddle Eagles Thursday, Feb. 5 in Prescott, Ariz.
Lady Mustangs Fly Over Eagles in Road Win
College of the Canyons swimming competed at the annual Larry Baratte Invitational hosted by Ventura College on Saturday, Feb. 7 with the season-opening meet also serving as the Western State Conference preview event.
Canyons Divers Provide Points at Season-Opening Larry Baratte Invite
College of the Canyons started the 2026 track & field season with a limited run at the annual Moorpark College Multis and Season Opener meet held Feb. 6-7.
Cougars Track Teams Compete at Moorpark College Season Opener
College of the Canyons softball recorded a pair of lopsided victories over Santiago Canyon College on Friday, Feb. 6 at Whitten Field, as sophomore Akane Gonzalez led the way from the circle.
Cougars Shut Down Santiago Canyon to Sweep Doubleheader
<strong>2013</strong> - Motion picture helicopter provider David Gibbs of Valencia and two others are killed in crash at Acton movie ranch; Hollywood's deadliest on-set incident since triple-fatal "Twilight Zone Movie" helicopter crash in Valencia in 1982 [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/ntsb061815.htm" target="_blank">report</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/ntsb061815.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/ntsb.jpg" alt="NTSB report on helicopter crash" style="width:110px;border:0;margin-top:6px;"> </a>
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