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1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
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VIA Hosting Virtual Panel Discussion About Current Supply Chain Chaos
Thursday, Oct 7, 2021

The supply chain to the United States and around the world is in critical condition. From manufacturing to manpower to logistics, the system can’t keep up with demand. Our ports have become bottlenecks. In California, dozens of cargo ships drift offshore, carrying thousands of cargo containers...

Oct. 19: Santa Clarita Public Library’s Spooky History Virtual Panel Discussion
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2020

The Santa Clarita Public Library and the Southern California Chapter of the Historical Novel Society are thrilled to present the virtual panel discussion, History Talks! Spooky History, on Monday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Individuals may register in advance for the Zoom at bit.ly/HTSpookyHistory. Attendees...

Nov. 21: Art Tank Discussion on Finding Inspiration
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2019

The city of Santa Clarita will host a free panel discussion titled “Where do you Find Inspiration?” in the next installment of Art Tank at The Main in Old Town Newhall on Thursday, November 21, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Launched earlier this year, the series of informal discussions by creative community...

Nov. 19: VIA Panel Discussion on Future of Aerospace
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2019

The Valley Industry Association is pleased to present a special panel discussion on the future of aerospace – Santa Clarita and beyond – at its Nov. 19 luncheon. Panelists will be Jonathan Waymire, Esq., Manager, B-2 Subcontracts, Northrop Grumman, Jason Gibbs, P.E., Deputy Director of West...

May 21: VIA Luncheon Panel to Spotlight Emerging Workforce
Wednesday, May 15, 2019

The Valley Industry Association will present a panel discussion titled “Focus Forward: The Emerging Workforce” at VIA’s monthly business luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Tuesday, May 21, at 11:45 a.m. Led by Dr. Mariane Doyle, director of Career Technical and Adult Education in the...

May 8: ‘Drugs, Safety, School Trends’ Info Event for Parents, Elementary Kids
Friday, May 3, 2019

Santa Clarita Valley parents and their elementary school-age children are invited to learn about drugs, safety and school trends at the free “Growing Together” Resource Fair and Panel Discussion at Santa Clarita City Hall on Wednesday, May 8, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will provide...

May 21: VIA Luncheon to Highlight Hart District’s Career Pathways
Thursday, Apr 25, 2019

Join the Valley Industry Association on Tuesday, May 21, for “FUTURE FORWARD: Your New Workforce,” a special panel discussion with six impressive students from the William S. Hart Union High School District. All six are directly involved in specific Career Pathways. Each of these students...

COC Professors Hold Panel Discussion on One Year Anniversary of Election
Thursday, Nov 9, 2017

College of the Canyons political science professors held a panel discussion on Wednesday — the one year anniversary of President Donald Trump’s election — allowing students to ask questions concerning the current state of affairs. Not a seat was left empty in the College of the Canyons lecture...

Nov. 21: VIA Luncheon, Panel Discussion on SCV Film, Entertainment
Tuesday, Nov 7, 2017

Due to an unexpected hosting server error, reservations for the Tuesday, Nov. 21, Valley Industry Association (VIA) luncheon, if already made, may not have been received. VIA is kindly asking attendees to take a moment and RSVP again. Please send information to kathy@via.org and include your attendee...

Nov. 21: VIA Luncheon, Panel Discussion on SCV Film, Entertainment
Tuesday, Oct 31, 2017

The Valley Industry Association invites you to join them us on Tuesday, Nov. 21, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Valencia Country Club, 27330 No. Tourney Road, Valencia. Film and Entertainment in the SCV: There are crews, equipment, trucks and Honeywagon dressing rooms everywhere around town...

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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
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Engineering and Operations Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Aug 1, at 5:30 p.m., in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom, 26521 Summit Circle in Santa Clarita.
Aug. 1: SCV Water’s Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting
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