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1945 - Acton Hotel, est. 1890, burns down; arson is suspected [story]
Acton hotel fire


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Feb. 14: Chamber, EDC Spotlight Santa Clarita Valley as Silicon Suburb
Monday, Feb 12, 2018

Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation President-CEO Holly Schroeder will speak about the SCV as a new “Silicon Suburb” at the SCV Chamber of Commerce’s next “Good Morning SCV” breakfast on Wednesday, February 14 starting at 7 a.m. The SCV is now recognized...

Don Fleming, SCVEDC Chair Emeritus, Honored by City Council
Wednesday, Jan 31, 2018

Don Fleming, general manager of Valencia Acura and co-chairman of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, was honored by the Santa Clarita City Council on Jan. 23 as a founding member of the corporation and for his contributions to the community. Earlier this month, Fleming was named...

Job Creation in the New Economy
Friday, Jan 26, 2018

Quick – when you think of companies that drive the engine of our economy forward, which come to mind? Apple? Google? Like we’ve said before, it may feel like big companies are behind the wheel, but small and medium-sized companies are pulling more than their weight when it comes to hiring and growing...

Live, Work, Play in SCV: All to Improve in 2018
Friday, Jan 19, 2018

January is a time to reflect on the previous year’s successes and set goals for the new year. 2017 was an exceptional year for the Santa Clarita Valley economy, and 2018 promises even more positive growth. Here are seven reasons for optimism from the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation: More...

SCV EDC Mythbusters: Why Growth is Good

Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation Mythbusters here. Today we’re tackling a tough and persistent question: Is growing a community a good thing? We’re no Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman but, lucky for us, debunking this myth doesn’t take a rocket scientist. Let’s dive right in… THE...

SCV 2018 Economic Outlook Conference Tickets, Sponsorships Open
Friday, Dec 15, 2017

Sponsorships are now open for the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation and College of the Canyons’ 2018 Economic Outlook Conference, set for Thursday, March 8, 2018, at a location to be announced shortly. Featured economists will share an in-depth forecast of our national and local...

Boeing Invests in SC-Based Aerospace, Defense Company
Thursday, Nov 16, 2017

Boeing announced its investment in Santa Clarita-basted Gamma Alloys, a leader in aluminum alloys focused on developing advanced metal-matrix composites for use in aerospace, automotive and other industries. This investment by Boeing HorizonX Ventures, which was established earlier this year, is its...

Innovate SCV Events Celebrate Entrepreneurship in November
Monday, Nov 13, 2017

From turning an idea into a business and learning how to collaborate with others to prototyping a unique product, this year’s Innovate SCV campaign focuses on inspiring doers and self-starters from all backgrounds. Innovate SCV is an annual series of events, hosted by the city of Santa Clarita Business...

Boeing to Invest in SCV Aerospace, Defense Company Gamma Alloys
Friday, Nov 10, 2017

Boeing will invest in Santa Clarita Valley-based Gamma Alloys, a leader in aluminum alloys focused on developing advanced metal-matrix composites for use in aerospace, automotive and other industries, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation. This investment by Boeing HorizonX...

Nine SCV Businesses Made SFVBJ’s Top 50 Fastest-Growing Companies

The San Fernando Valley Business Journal recently published its list of the 50 fastest-growing companies of 2017, and nine Santa Clarita Valley companies are among those setting the pace. AAA Cos.: AAA Company is a woman-owned, customer-centric contracting company headquartered in the Santa Clarita Valley...

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1945 - Acton Hotel, est. 1890, burns down; arson is suspected [story]
Acton hotel fire
Metro, in partnership with the California Department of Transportation, has rescheduled a critical scoping meeting to collect public input on potential improvements to State Route 14, the Antelope Valley Freeway.
Nov. 16: Metro, CalTrans Reschedule SR-14 Scoping Meeting in Santa Clarita
In recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department encourages teens :and their parents to talk about the importance of following the rules of the road and driving responsibly.
LASD: Parents Are Key to Keeping Teens Safe Behind the Wheel
With a Red Flag Warning in effect through Saturday, Oct. 19, at 6 p.m., the County of Los Angeles Fire Department has implemented its augmented staffing plan by ordering additional staffing and pre‑deployment of ground and aerial resources throughout the county.
Red Flag Warning for SCV, Increased Wildfire Risk
For many years, the dogs cared for by the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control have benefited from the Grooming Gives Hope program.
Marcia Mayeda | Grooming Gives Hope, Saving Lives One Bath at a Time
The city of Santa Clarita acknowledges the progress the residents of Santa Clarita have made embracing organics recycling.
Green Santa Clarita Celebrates Organics October
California State University Northridge’s Family Focus Resource Center will be hosting its 11th annual All Abilities Resource Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held in the CSUN University Student Union.
Oct. 19: CSUN 11th Annual All Abilities Resource Fair
The California Department of Public Health reports a total of 13 human bird flu cases have been confirmed in California. All 13 cases are Central Valley individuals who had direct contact with infected dairy cattle and were confirmed after additional testing by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
CDPH Reports 13 Confirmed Human Cases of Bird Flu
BrucePac, a Durant, Okla. business, is recalling approximately 11,765,285 pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced.
National Recall of 11M Pounds of Meat, Poultry Products
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Waste Connections, the owner and operator of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic, alleging that Waste Connections has negligently and recklessly operated the landfill, resulting in serious harm to residents.
Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Chiquita Landfill Operator
The Federal Communications Commission Board of Commissioners has adopted rules that require wireless carriers to route calls to the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline based on the caller’s geographic location instead of by area code.
FCC Approves Rules to Improve 9-8-8 Suicide, Crisis Lifeline
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station will host its next Coffee With a Cop event on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Trophy Coffee, located in Placerita Canyon on the campus of The Masters Universtiy.
Oct. 23: Coffee With a Cop at Trophy Coffee
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger and the Director of Los Angeles County’s Department Public Health, Dr. Barbara Ferrer, have sent a letter enlisting the help of the Los Angeles County’s Cancer Surveillance Program.
Barger, LAPH Seek Support on Chiquita Canyon Cancer Claims
1876 - Southern Pacific begins subdividing town of Newhall (original location at Bouquet Junction) [story]
Campton store
ASCEND invites young women to collaboration event with the WiSH Education Foundation and Soroptimist International of Valencia Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Saugus High School Performing Arts Center, 21900 Centurion Way, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Oct. 26: ASCEND Invites Young Women to Collab Event
A Financial Planning and Resource Fair will be hosted by Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Child Care Resource Center, 20001 Prairie St., Chatsworth, CA 91311.
Oct. 19: Financial Planning, Resource Fair
In recognition of Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control is waiving adoption fees for all dogs from Oct. 15-31.
Oct. 15-31: Adopt-a- Shelter Dog Month at County Shelters, Fees Waived
The California Highway Patrol has received a grant to fund the Start Smart program, a traffic safety initiative designed to educate and empower teen drivers, ages 15-19 and their guardians.
CHP Offers Start Smart Program to Curb Teen Driving Fatalities
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation, an organization dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and prosperity in the Santa Clarita Valley, unveiled its Largest Employer List for the Santa Clarita Valley.
SCVEDC Releases Largest Employers List 2024 Edition
California Institute of the Arts alums have long shaped the future of the animation industry. This year, CalArtians have earned recognition for their contributions, securing spots on two prestigious industry rankings.
CalArtians Earn Spots on Animation, Kids Entertainment Power Lists
Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada has given an Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting to Santa Clarita Valley Water for its Popular Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.
SCV Water Receives Award for Outstanding Achievement by GFOA
The William S. Hart Regiment will host one of the largest marching band competitions in Southern California, the Hart Rampage on Saturday, Oct. 26, at College of the Canyons Cougar Stadium, College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, 91355.
Oct. 26: Hart High Rampage Returns
The Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library are having a Fall Bag Sale Saturday, Nov. 2 - Sunday, Nov. 9.
Nov. 2-9: Friends of Santa Clarita Public Library Fall Bag Sale Begins
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $880 million to victims of clergy sexual abuse dating back decades, in what an attorney said was the largest single child sex abuse settlement with a Catholic archdiocese, it was announced Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Archdiocese of L.A. to Pay $880M to Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse
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