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Pacific Crest Trail Reopens to Foot Traffic Only
Tuesday, May 9, 2017

[USDA Forest Service] – Officials signed a new Closure Order which reopened the section of the Pacific Crest Trail within the Sand Fire burn area. This new order reopens approximately 15 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail to hikers and pedestrians. Order NO. 05-01-17-04 was signed on April 28, 2017...

Board OK’s Up to $35 Mil. to Get Sand Fire Area Ready for Winter
Tuesday, Sep 6, 2016

[Supv. Antonovich] – The L.A. County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to direct the Department of Public Works to take emergency action to reopen damaged roads to commuters, repair roadway drainage and flood control facilities, and build temporary mudflow mitigation measures in the...

Aug. 31: Order Pizza, Give Back to Firefighters
Wednesday, Aug 24, 2016

Show Sand Fire first responders you care … and have another slice. Diners at Valencia’s California Pizza Kitchen restaurant can enjoy Pizza with a Purpose anytime Aug. 31. On that day, CPK will donate 20 percent of the total check to Fire Family Foundation, the charitable hand of Firefighters...

Aug. 27: Everybody Invited to Thank Firefighters, Help Victims
Tuesday, Aug 23, 2016

[LACoFD] – The City of Santa Clarita and the 5th District office of Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich  will host a “Thank You” event for those who battled the recent Sand Fire. The event will benefit the Santa Clarita Disaster Coalition supporting those who have lost homes and have...

Anxious Moments
Thursday, Aug 11, 2016

On July 22, I saw a slender column of black smoke to the east. Because I am one of the volunteers who are called if there is a fire evacuation at Placerita, I called the Nature Center to find out if the fire was close. Frank Hoffman, recreation services supervisor, answered the phone. He told me all...

DMV, Other Agencies to Assist Sand Fire Victims at Hart Park
Thursday, Aug 4, 2016

The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will offer limited services to Sand Fire victims at an assistance center being set up at the William S. Hart Park, Hart Hall, located at 24151 Newhall Avenue in Newhall. The temporary center opens Friday, August 5, 2016 at 1 p.m. Acting Governor Tom Torlakson...

Sand Fire Officially 100% Contained at 41,432 Acres
Wednesday, Aug 3, 2016

[US Forest Service] – The fire is 100 percent contained at 41,432 acres. Current resources include 250 total personnel, 7 hand crews, 10 engines, 3 helicopters, 4 water tenders, and 4 dozers. An area, road, and trail closure is in effect on the Angeles National Forest (Forest Closure Order 01-16-05)....

Goats Safe at Shelter Until Fire Victim-Owner Can Relocate
Tuesday, Aug 2, 2016

[DACC] – An animal control officer from the Castaic Animal Care Center was assisting with Sand Fire evacuations in the 27000 block of Oak Springs Canyon Road in Canyon Country, which was directly in the fire zone. The residents living at 27512 Oak Springs Canyon Road were ordered to evacuate immediately,...

Funds Needed for 4 Firefighter Families Who Lost Homes (Video)

[CLICK LINK TO DONATE]   A fundraising page has been set up for the four U.S Forest Service firefighter families who lost their homes on the second day of the Sand Fire. The fire broke out in the wash north of Sand Canyon Road in Canyon Country on June 22 and appeared to be knocked down at 20 acres...

Tax Relief, Help Available for Business Owners Affected by #SandFire
Monday, Aug 1, 2016

The Board of Equalization announced Monday that business owners and tax and feepayers affected by the Sand Fire may request extensions to file their returns, ask for relief from penalties and/or interest for some taxes and fees, or request replacement copies of records lost or damaged. The BOE will...

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1971 - Tejon Ranch Co. allows Fire Dept. to torch the historic Hotel Lebec [story]
Lebec Hotel fire
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
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