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1943 - August Rübel, owner of Rancho Camulos, is killed when the ambulance he's driving hits a German land mine in North Africa [story]
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#SandFire Wed.: 38,346 Acres, 40% Contained
Wednesday, Jul 27, 2016

Ongoing evacuated areas and hard closures remain closed for public safety. Local hazards including power lines, debris, and equipment may create safety concerns. Recent drone activity has occurred over the fire. Sheriff’s deputies are actively attempting to locate and stop this intrusion. When drones...

Sand Fire Tuesday: 37,701 Acres, 25% Contained, Drones Interfering
Tuesday, Jul 26, 2016

[Download Infrared Map] [Download Perimeter Map]   L.A. County Fire, Tuesday 7 p.m.: Acres Burned: 37,701 acres Containment: 25 percent Date/Time Incident Reported: July 22nd at 2:11 p.m. Last Update: 7 PM 07/26 Total Personnel:2,982 firefighters       U.S. Forest Service, Tuesday...

Stuntman Loren Janes Loses Home to #SandFire; Aid Wanted

Loren Janes Many families are coming home to find scorched earth where their homes once stood after the Sand Fire ripped through more than 37,000 acres in Santa Clarita – and one of those families is that of Loren Janes, a renowned movie stuntman who co-founded the Stuntmen’s Association...

#SandFire Evacuations, Road Closures Still in Effect Tues. Afternoon

L.A. County Fire, Tuesday 2:49 p.m.:     EVACUATED AREAS Placerita Canyon Road, from Running Horse Lane to Pacy Street Little Tujunga Canyon Road, From the Wildlife Way Station to the intersection of Sand and Placerita Canyon. Agua Dulce Canyon Road, from approximately one quarter mile south...

Hedren on Shambala’s Experience in #SandFire

Tippi Hedren | SCVTV File Photo Tippi Hedren sent out the following message Tuesday afternoon:   Know that the Shambala Preserve has not evacuated. We were asked to stay in place due to the professional knowledge gained over 40 years of work with the Big Cats and experience of the Shambala staff...

Knight, Wilk, Lackey Request Disaster Declaration

U.S. Rep. Steve Knight, R-Palmdale, wrote a letter to Governor Brown on Tuesday urging him to declare a state of emergency in order to combat the Sand Fire. The request comes as the Sand Fire continues to threaten thousands of homes and families in the Cresenta Valley, the San Fernando Valley, the Antelope...

County Proclaims State of Emergency; Dial 2-1-1

[Supv. Antonovich] – On a motion by Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, the Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a proclamation of a local state of emergency resulting from the Sand Fire which began on July 22, 2016, burned over 37,000 acres, destroyed 18 homes, forced the evacuation of thousands...

Aerial Firefighting 101

With the recent Sage Fire in Stevenson Ranch and now the Sand Fire, people are seeing how the use of firefighting aircraft can help the ground units get an advantage on a fire. Looking at all of the different types of aircraft flying over the fire, we see the ballet they perform, saving lives and property....

Brown Etc. at DNC; Torlakson is Acting Gov.; Issues State of Emergency for #SandFire

Most Sand Fire Evacs Lifted; 3 Areas Still Under Evac Monday Night
Monday, Jul 25, 2016

Residents line up in anticipation of being allowed to go home Monday at 7 p.m. Photo: Ken Lubas. As of 7 p.m. Monday, July 25, residents in all evacuated areas are allowed to return home, with the exception of three areas: 1. Placerita Canyon Road from Running Horse Road to Pacy Street. 2. Little Tujunga...

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1943 - August Rübel, owner of Rancho Camulos, is killed when the ambulance he's driving hits a German land mine in North Africa [story]
August Rubel
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
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