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1847 - Probable birth date of Pico Canyon oil driller Charles Alexander Mentry [story]
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Sept. 17: Hawaiian Beach BBQ to Help Painted Turtle Camp in Lake Hughes
Friday, Jul 22, 2016

Saturday, September 17, 2016 4:30 pm Cocktails and Tours 6 pm Dinner atThe Painted Turtle 17000 Elizabeth Lake Road, Lake Hughes, CA 93532  Please join us and discover the magic of The Painted Turtle at our annual BBQ fundraiser. This amazing evening will include delicious food, beer and wine, live...

Painted Turtle Thanks Volunteers for National Volunteer Week
Monday, Apr 11, 2016

[Painted Turtle] -This week is National Volunteer Week and The Painted Turtle wants to make one thing clear: Volunteers make a difference. Camp would not be possible without all of the wonderful people who lend their time and talents to The Painted Turtle. The Painted Turtle relies on the generosity...

Painted Turtle to Participate in #GivingTuesday
Monday, Nov 30, 2015

The Painted Turtle, a nonprofit dedicated to providing a life-changing authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses, is participating in #GivingTuesday to help raise awareness and support for its cause. #GivingTuesday is held on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving...

Neither Fire Nor Flood Deters the Turtle
Thursday, Nov 12, 2015

Camp Weathers the Storm On Thursday, October 15, an unexpected storm and flash floods swept through Lake Hughes and surrounding areas. Due to the damage caused by the storm and out of the regard for the safety of all involved, The Painted Turtle had to cancel the Tour de Turtle bike ride and Turtle Trek...

News from the Painted Turtle
Friday, Oct 2, 2015

Camp Moves On Summer may be over, but camp never is. The Painted Turtle operates year-round, sometimes packing up the magic of camp and taking it to other regions of California. On September 20th The Painted Turtle’s Camp on the Move program traveled to the beautiful Hotel del Coronado in sunny...

Oct. 17: ‘Tour de Turtle’ Cycles Into Lake Hughes
Thursday, Aug 27, 2015

October 17, 2015 Lake Hughes, CA   Randy Northcote is Ready to Ride Randy is no stranger to medical conditions. After undergoing life-saving surgeries in 1997 caused by Crohn’s, Randy decided to do anything to help kids fighting the same battle. In 2005, he first experienced The Painted Turtle...

Painted Turtle Represented in L.A. Marathon This Weekend; more
Wednesday, Mar 5, 2014

Camp, Due North It’s no secret that The Painted Turtle serves children throughout California. This week we’re going the extra mile and taking camp on the road to children in Northern California. Our in-hospital program The Outpost will set up camp playrooms at Lucile Packard Children’s...

Painted Turtle Ready to Roll in 2014
Thursday, Nov 14, 2013

[The Painted Turtle] – We are thrilled to announce the reopening of camp in 2014 and share with you the 2014 Camp Calendar!We wish to thank you for your patience and support over the last several months as we’ve navigated our way back from the damage caused by the Powerhouse Fire. We know...

Painted Turtle’s ‘Camp On the Move’ Continues; How to Help
Wednesday, Jul 24, 2013

The Painted Turtle was caught in the path of the Powerhouse Fire in early June and suffered devastating smoke and landscape damage. As a result we had to make the difficult decision to cancel all our Camp Summer Sessions this year. Unfortunately, significant medical concerns remain around air-quality...

Sept. 7: BBQ to Aid Fire-damaged Painted Turtle Camp
Tuesday, Jun 25, 2013

This guy made it through the Powerhouse Fire OK, but some of his friends at The Painted Turtle weren’t nearly so lucky. See Powerhouse Fire photos @The Painted Turtle [HERE].   The Powerhouse Fire left the Painted Turtle, a camp for kids with chronic illnesses, at a substantial deficit. To...

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Kevin Nealson, Emmy and SAG-nominated actor and comedian will perform 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, April 18 at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons on the main stage.
April 18: Kevin Nealson to Perform at PAC
1847 - Probable birth date of Pico Canyon oil driller Charles Alexander Mentry [story]
C.A. Mentry
On Monday, March 24, 2025, a supervisor over the Scientific Services Bureau became aware of a notice from a DNA testing kit manufacturer indicating that a specific lot of kits were prone to intermittently poor performance with potential to cause incomplete results or profiles.
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Investigates Use of Defective DNA Kits
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency will hold its regular board meeting on Tuesday, April 1 starting at 6 p.m.
April 1: SCV Water Agency Regular Board Meeting
The city of Santa Clarita will recognize a trailblazer and one of the city founders, Louis E. Brathwaite, with a street dedication in his honor
April 25: City to Dedicate Street to City Founder Louis E. Brathwaite
In a continued effort to combat the opioid crisis and save lives, Action Drug Rehab is launching a monthly Narcan giveaway, starting Sunday, April 6th from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m located at 22722 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA. 
April 6: Action Drug Rehab Launches Monthly Narcan Giveaway in Santa Clarita
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger strongly supports Public Works’ recent request to FEMA for the inclusion of debris removal from commercial, residential, and non-residential properties impacted by the Eaton, Hurst, Palisades, and Sunset Fires. Barger issued the following statement today:
Barger Supports FEMA Assistance for Commercial Debris Removal
The Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, Chaired by Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, held an informational hearing today, where multiple experts - including the Adjutant General of the California Military Department and the Deputy Secretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs - spoke with grave concern about the impact federal cuts have already had for veterans in California.
Schiavo Leads Assembly Veterans Affairs Committee Hearing on Federal Cuts
When two massive earthquakes (magnitudes 7.7 and 7.6) devastated southern and central Turkey in February 2023, they did more than destroy towns and villages — they brought communities together in unexpected solidarity. 
CSUN: An Earthquake Brought Turks, Syrians Together
The 41st Annual Teacher Tribute, "Academy of the Stars," will be held on Thursday, April 24, at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center on the campus of College of the Canyons.
April 24: SCV Education Foundation to Host 41st Annual Teacher Tribute
If you’ve ever seen “Whose Line is it Anyway,” you’ll know what to expect when you come to see The Society perform their brand of hilarious and clean improv comedy live on stage at The MAIN in Old Town Newhall on Saturday, April 5, 8-10 p.m.
April 5: Society Improv April Fool’s Show at The MAIN
1821 - SCV (with the rest of Alta Calif.) becomes territory of Mexico during war for Mexican independence from Spain [story]
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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has announced that 336 elementary schools have been selected for the prestigious 2025 California Distinguished Schools Program. Ten schools in the Santa Clarita Valley were chosen for the honor.
Ten SCV Schools Earn 2025 California Distinguished Schools Honors
The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration for the upcoming “Childhood Memories” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center.
Deadline April 8: Call for Artists, ‘Childhood Memories’ Exhibit
The GO Jazz Big Band: Basie, the Beatles and Beyond will perform Friday, April 4, 8-10 p.m., at The MAIN in Old Town Newhall.
April 4: GO Jazz Big Band: Basie, the Beatles & Beyond
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has released information about the housing of sexually violent predator Christopher Hubbart in housing in Pearblossom, in the Antelope Valley.
Sexually Violent Predator Placed in Pearblossom Housing
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station is investigating incidents involving a suspect filming females inside the restrooms at College of the Canyons located on the college's Valencia campus.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Seeks Info on COC Invasion of Privacy Suspect
College of the Canyons played to a 10-4 conference victory at Glendale College on Thursday, March 20 to snap a five-game skid, with Jeniece Jimenez and Avery Alvarez both blasting home runs in the decisive victory.
Canyons Softball Gets 10-4 Conference Win at Glendale
College of the Canyons men's golf won a second straight conference event, its fifth of the season, while seeing all six players finish in the top 15 of the field's individual standings during a productive day at Crystalaire Country Club on Monday, March 17.
Cougars Win Again, Continue Hold on Top Spot
The newly released Cal Fire 2025 Recommended Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps show the Santa Clarita Valley has increased in areas deemed to be Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.
Cal Fire Releases 2025 Fire Hazard Zone Maps for Santa Clarita Valley
The Santa Clarita Valley Spring 2025 Job Fair will be held Friday, April 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at College of the Canyons. The event is free and open to the public.
April 25: SCV Spring 2025 Job Fair at COC
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit Council will host an in-depth discussion on best practices, proven strategies and real success stories in volunteer engagement and management on Wednesday, April 23, 9-10:30 a.m.
April 23: Non-profit Council Meets on Volunteer Engagement
The California Department of Public Health has released its annual report on vaccination rates for California students. The 2023-2024 CDPH Kindergarten Immunization Assessment report shows that California immunization rates for kindergarten students remain higher than the national average.
California Kindergarten Immunization Rates Remain High
1889 - Castaic School District established [story]
Castaic siding
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