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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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City Releases Cowboy Festival Road Closures, Parking Details
Tuesday, Apr 17, 2018

The 25th Annual Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, presented by Heritage Sierra Medical Group, returns to Old Town Newhall this weekend. Residents are encouraged to be prepared for road closures and plan transportation accordingly from Friday, April 20 to Sunday, April 22. The 2018 Cowboy Festival, taking...

Storm Causes Road Closures Around SCV
Tuesday, Jan 9, 2018

Los Angeles County Public Works has issued the following Road Closure Alerts based on current storm forecasts and potential high intensity rainfall. Road Closures: Location: Angeles National Forest,Unincorporate – Kagel/Lopez Canyons,Los Angeles – Lakeview Terrace: Little Tujunga Canyon Road,...

City Issues Fire Alert; Road Closures, Evacuations in Effect
Tuesday, Dec 5, 2017

Update: (3:27 p.m.) As of 3:20 p.m., the Rye Fire has grown to 5,000 acres with 5 percent containment. Newhall Ranch Road westbound between Rye Canyon Road and Interstate 5 has reopened, but the eastbound side of the road is still closed. An evacuation center is being established by personnel from the...

Creek Fire Prompts Closure of Sand Canyon

A fire in Sylmar that officials are calling the Creek Fire has burned 1,100 acres and forced evacuations in the San Fernando Valley. Read complete story and get updates [HERE]. For information on road closures, evacuation centers, animals and persons with disabilities and others with access and functional...

World Police and Fire Games Under Way; Road Closures in Effect
Tuesday, Aug 8, 2017

The World Police and Fire Games’ time trials for the cycling road race will take place Tuesday. The time trials will take place in the Acton and Agua Dulce areas. In order to ensure the safety of the participants, there will be several road closures which will result in substantial delays throughout...

Police, Fire Games to Impact Access to Local Shops, Homes
Thursday, Aug 3, 2017

Los Angeles is the proud host of the 2017 World Police and Fire Games. The games will be held from August 7th, 2017, to August 16th, 2017, at several locations throughout Los Angeles County. Over 8,000 athletes, representing more than 65 countries, will be competing in 65 Olympic-style sporting events. On...

May 17- 20: Caltrans Road Closures for Amgen Tour of California
Monday, May 15, 2017

The California Department of Transportation will temporarily close various ramps and lanes along state routes and freeways in Los Angeles and Ventura counties for the Amgen Bicycle Tour as it moves through the following areas: · On Wednesday, May 17, beginning at 11:30 a.m., cyclists coming from SR-192...

2017 Cowboy Festival Road Closures
Friday, Apr 14, 2017

Residents are encouraged to be prepared for road closures and plan transportation accordingly, during the city of Santa Clarita’s 24th annual Cowboy Festival in Old Town Newhall, from Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23. The 2017 Cowboy Festival, taking place at the William S. Hart Park Event Area...

County Closes Some Canyon Roads Due to Storm
Friday, Jan 20, 2017

Roads closed due to current storm conditions are: Malibu Canyon Road, from Malibu Crest Road at the city boundary to Piuma Road, due to a rock slide. Mt. Wilson Road, from Angeles Forest Highway to Mt. Wilson Circle, due to winter weather conditions. Upper Big Tujunga Road from the Angeles Forest Highway...

Road Closures in Place After Storm Brings Snow to Mountain Areas
Tuesday, Mar 8, 2016

Two unplanned road closures are in place and will continue while snow and ice conditions persist. For current LA County road closure information, visit: http://dpw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/

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In the Roaring ’20s in the big city, if there’s enough “razzle dazzle,” you just might get away with murder. That’s the premise of the hit musical “Chicago,” which has enjoyed success for nearly 50 years, and was based on true-crime stories of a century ago.
May 2-4: ‘Chicago’ On Stage at West Ranch High School
California Institute of the Arts will present the annual CalArts Expo on Saturday, May 2. The Expo is an institute-wide event featuring interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community, ranging from current students to internationally renowned faculty and alumni creators.
May 2: Annual Cal Arts Expo Open to the Public
Blue Heat, the Saugus High School show choir team, ended its competition season on April 12 with a first-place finish in the mixed division Tier IV at John Burroughs Music Showcase 2024 held in Burbank. The team also won the awards for Best Musicianship and Best Showmanship.
Saugus High Show Choir Captures Awards at Music Showcase
Against a backdrop of cinematic magic at Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Burbank, California Institute of the Arts honored the transformative power that philanthropy has had in nurturing the dreams of CalArts students.
CalArts Honors Scholarship Donors at Nickelodeon Event
Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
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 April 24
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