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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]

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Santa Clarita Events – Week of July 3-9, 2017

Monday, Jul 3, 2017

There are plenty of events in Santa Clarita this week to celebrate Independence Day and fill your week. Check out the lineup of this week’s fun events, plus other fun activities to do in Santa Clarita. Who needs to go out of town? It’s all happening right here at home. Invite your neighbors...

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City Hosts Halloween Events Throughout October

Monday, Oct 10, 2016

This October, residents of Santa Clarita do not need to travel far for Halloween fun. Enjoy Germany’s Oktoberfest. Outlive a zombie apocalypse. Cheer on teams of SCUBA divers as they carve pumpkins underwater. Party with the whole family at the Halloween Fiesta. Survive the Sheriff’s Station Haunted...

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Sept. 30 – Oct. 2: Comic Con Comes to Santa Clarita

Wednesday, Sep 21, 2016

The first-ever Santa Clarita Valley Comic Con is coming to the LIMS Motion Picture Academy backlot from September 30 to October 2. The three-day event will feature comic book professional signings, a vendor hall, industry guest panels, cosplay contests, karaoke and more. Tickets range from $10 to $79...

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Fourth of July Activities in Santa Clarita

Friday, Jul 1, 2016

Santa Clarita residents are invited to celebrate Independence Day with a series of patriotic events taking place throughout Santa Clarita on Monday, July 4, 2016. Starting the celebrations is the annual Independence Day 5K and 10K, presented by the Santa Clarita Runner’s Club. Runners of all fitness...

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Small Business Development Center Events for May 24-27

Monday, May 23, 2016

Business Events and Training College of the Canyons SBDC Proudly assisting clients in Santa Clarita Valley, Antelope Valley, the San Fernando Valley and beyond. Essential Steps for Writing a Business Plan College of the Canyons 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd University Center-Room 222 Santa Clarita, CA 91355...

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SCV Chamber of Commerce: Upcoming Events

Monday, Apr 18, 2016

32nd Annual Oak Tree Golf Classic Monday, April 18, 2016 Time: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Tournament Players Club at Valencia 26550 Heritage View Lane Valencia, CA 91381 Link to Registration SCV Chamber Speaks Toastmasters Club Tuesday, April 19, 2016 Time:...

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SCV Chamber of Commerce: Coming Events

Monday, Apr 4, 2016

Monthly Networking Breakfast Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am Hilton Garden Inn Valencia Six Flags 27710 The Old Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Link to Information SCV Chamber Speaks Toastmasters Club Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30...

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SCV Chamber: Coming Events

Tuesday, Mar 22, 2016

LunchNet Series Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Time: 11:30 am – 01:00 pm Culinary Wonders 23460 Cinema Drive, Suite B Valencia, CA 91355 Link to Additional Information Emerging Leaders Mixer Wednesday, March 23, 2016 Time: 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm Salt Creek Grille 24415...

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SCV Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events

Tuesday, Mar 8, 2016

Government Affairs & Transportation Committee Meeting Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, March 8, 2016 Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce 27451 Tourney Rd., Ste 160 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 Link to Registration LunchNet – Crazy Otto’s Diner Time: 11:30...

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Feb. 6: Carousel Ranch Tour and Open House

Tuesday, Feb 2, 2016

Carousel Ranch is hosting a Valentine’s Day-themed Tour and Open House this weekend. The event is scheduled to be held Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carousel Ranch, 34289 Rocking Horse Road, Agua Dulce, CA 91390 The event will highlight Carousel Ranch’s “Carousel Wishes...

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Sand Canyon Road Closed Due to Road Damage, Rock Slides The city of Santa Clarita has issued a traffic alert for Sand Canyon Road.	Jan. 29: Property Management Professionals Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting Property Management Professionals will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4-4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29 at 25124 Springfield Court #220, Valencia, CA 91355.	CHP Highlights Public Safety Laws Taking Effect 2026 The California Highway Patrol is highlighting new public safety laws passed during this year’s legislative session and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that, unless otherwise stated, take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.	Kaiser Permanente Presents $12,000 Grant to Bridge to Home Kaiser Permanente has awarded a $12,000 Community Health Grant to Bridge to Home to help address homelessness in the Santa Clarita Valley.	Foothill League Soccer: Holiday Non-League Matches Boys and girls Foothill League soccer teams have been on holiday schedule this past week, with some teams taking time off and others playing non-league matches. Consequently, league standings haven’t changed much.	Cougars Notch Another Victory, 54-46 at Oxnard College College of the Canyons women's basketball notched another mark in the win column, as the Cougars were able to stack a second straight road victory 54-46 at Oxnard College on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
Today in SCV History (Dec. 26) 1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]	SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.	Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.	NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 25) 1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]	Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests in Organized Retail Theft Investigation Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.	Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.	Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 24) 1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]	DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.	Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.	Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.	CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.	NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.	LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.	Today in SCV History (Dec. 23) 1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]