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1932 - Actor Harry Carey's wood-framed house at Saugus ranch (now Tesoro del Valle) burns down when engine of water pump explodes [story]
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Wilk’s Doggie Donor Bill Would Allow Community Animals to Donate Blood
Tuesday, May 21, 2019

SACRAMENTO – State Sen. Scott Wilk, representing the 21st Senate District, announced Tuesday that Senate Bill 202 (SB 202) unanimously passed the Senate. SB 202 allows for the commercial use of animal blood from community-sourced donors. “California’s shortage of available blood for...

Wilk Honors Brittany Foundation With Non-Profit Appreciation Award
Monday, May 20, 2019

California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, honored The Brittany Foundation with his Non-Profit Appreciation Award during the Foundation’s Annual Memorial event and Chili Cook-Off on Saturday. Founder Nancy Anderson accepted the award while surrounded by community and team members. “The...

Senate Committee Moves Wilk ‘Doggie Donor’ Bill Forward
Friday, May 10, 2019

SACRAMENTO — The Senate Appropriations Committee has deemed the costs associated with his bill expanding the animal blood donor pool to be insignificant enough that it can proceed through the legislative process without further review by the Committee, Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced...

Wilk SCV Water Bill Clears Appropriations Committee

SACRAMENTO — The California Senate’s Appropriations Committee has deemed the costs associated with follow-up legislation for the newly created SCV Water Agency are small enough that the bill can proceed through the legislative process without further review by the committee, Sen. Scott Wilk,...

Wilk Resolution on Feds’ Retirement Benefit Laws Passes California Senate
Monday, May 6, 2019

SACRAMENTO – Senate Joint Resolution 3, urging the federal government to repeal retirement benefit laws that adversely affect teachers, has unanimously passed the California Senate Floor, Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, announced Monday. SJR 3 would urge the United States Congress and President...

Wilk’s Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Dumping Gets Thumbs-Up from State Senate
Thursday, May 2, 2019

SACRAMENTO – On Thursday, the Senate unanimously approved a measure by State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, that would beef-up penalties and enforcement of existing laws against illegal dumping. “The High Desert and other rural communities in California have become the defacto dumping...

Wilk Recognized with Guardian of Small Business Award
Tuesday, Apr 30, 2019

SACRAMENTO – State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, representing the 21st Senate District, has been awarded the National Federation of Independent Business’ “Guardian of Small Business Award.” The Guardian of Small Business Award is the National Federation of Independent Business’...

Wilk Receives 2019 Legislative Arts Star Award
Friday, Apr 26, 2019

SACRAMENTO – California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, has been named the 2019 Legislative Arts Star by Californians for the Arts, his office announced Friday. “It is an honor to receive this award,” Wilk said. “Santa Clarita has a vibrant art community so I am very aware...

Wilk Bill to Fix Unfair Retirement Policy for Public Employees Heads to Senate Floor for Vote
Thursday, Apr 25, 2019

SACRAMENTO – State Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, representing the 21st Senate District, announced Thursday that Senate Joint Resolution 3 (SJR 3) has unanimously passed the Senate Committee on Labor, Public Employment and Retirement. SJR 3 encourages the United States Congress and President...

Wilk Meetings Transparency Bill Clears State Senate, Heads to Assembly
Monday, Apr 22, 2019

Senate Bill 53 (SB 53), a measure to ensure transparency for state agencies, has unanimously passed the Senate Floor, Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, representing the 21st Senate District, announced Monday. “SB 53 is about protecting the public’s right to know. State agencies have been...

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1932 - Actor Harry Carey's wood-framed house at Saugus ranch (now Tesoro del Valle) burns down when engine of water pump explodes [story]
Carey house
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation reports six SCV employers: Packform, HVA CEYLON, Simpson Labs, Scenario Communications, TLK Fusion and Vance Wealth, have been recognized as among the fastest-growing companies in the United States.
Six SCV Companies Included on List of Fastest Growing in U.S.
The regular meeting of the Saugus Union School District Governing Board will be held Tuesday, Sept. 3, with closed session beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed immediately by public session at 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 3: Regular Meeting of the Saugus Union School Board
The William S. Hart Regiment of Hart High School will host the biggest premier band event in the Santa Clarita Valley, the 40th Annual Hart Field Tournament Rampage on Saturday, Oct. 26.
Oct. 26: The 40th Annual Hart Field Tournament Rampage
Assembly Bill 2316 (Gabriel) that prohibits the use of six food dyes currently used in school meals has been passed by the California State Legislature.
Food Dyes in School Meals Target of California Legislation
1887 - Town of Saugus founded; Castaic train station (passenger shelter) opens [story]
Saugus
2001 - LASD Deputy Hagop "Jake" Kuredjian gunned down in Stevenson Ranch while backing up ATF [story]
Jake Kuredjian
College of the Canyons Women's Soccer won its second match in as many outings, this time posting a 4-1 road win at San Diego Mesa College.
COC’s Women’s Soccer Sweeps San Diego Road Trip
The city of Santa Clarita encourages interested and qualified residents to apply for an unscheduled vacancy position on the Santa Clarita Planning Commission. The unexpired term ends Dec. 31, 2026.
Applications Open for Santa Clarita Planning Commission Position
As August comes to a close and the school year starts for all student athletes in the Southern Section, I want to officially welcome everyone back as we begin the 2024-2025 school year. This school year will be significant for a variety of reasons
Mike West | A Message From the CIF-Southern Section Commissioner
The Santa Clarita Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director Allan Robert Petker, is holding auditions in advance of its upcoming 25th anniversary season.
Sept. 14: Santa Clarita Master Chorale Auditions
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit is asking for the public’s help locating an at-risk missing person last seen in Canyon Country.
LASD Asks Public’s Help in Locating Missing Canyon Country Man
Metro has a plan to enhance safety and improve mobility in the SR-14 Antelope Valley Freeway corridor, which is a lifeline route in North Los Angeles County.
Meetings Scheduled for SR-14 Safety, Mobility Project
College of the Canyons cross country began its season in successful fashion, with the women's team taking first and then men's squad running third at the season opening San Diego Cross Country Kickoff.
COC Cross Country Teams See Success at Season Opener
Grant applications are now open for two of the three available arts nonprofit grants from the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture.
Applications for L.A. County Arts Grants is Now Open
California State Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) announced his bill to expand access to low and no-cost spay/neuter services has successfully passed both the Senate and Assembly and is now headed to the governor for approval.
Wilk Bill Relieving Overcrowded Animal Shelters Headed to Governor’s Desk
Residents of the city of Santa Clarita are asked to join the Santa Clarita Public Library's Food For Fines campaign this September.
This September Clear Your Fines at Santa Clarita Public Libraries
The Santa Clarita Artists Association will feature watercolor artist Ray Hunter at its monthly meeting, Monday, Sept. 16 at Barnes and Noble Booksellers
Sept. 16: Watercolor Artist Ray Hunter Showcased at SCAA Meeting
Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has announced that it has been awarded the prestigious Investment Policy Certification by the California Municipal Treasurers Association.
SCV Water Receives Investment Policy Certification from CMTA
The city of Santa Clarita's Central Bark dog park for large breeds will be closed Friday, Aug. 30-Monday, Sept. 2 for renovation.
Central Bark for Large Breeds Closed Thru Labor Day
2009 - L.A. County Fire Capt. Ted Hall, 47, and Firefighter Specialist Arnie Quinones, 34, are killed in the line of duty on Day 4 of the Station Fire [story]
Hall-Quinones
Nancy Pollock Coulter, 80, the 2009 Santa Clarita Valley Woman of the Year, died Wednesday, Aug. 28, of a heart attack.
2009 Woman of the Year Nancy Pollock Coulter Dies at 80
The United States Attorney's Office, Central District of California has announced that law enforcement arrested six defendants on Wednesday, Aug. 28, that a federal grand jury charged in a 46-count indictment alleging a Canyon Country couple facilitated a crime tourism group, then laundered millions of dollars in illicit proceeds.
Canyon Country Couple Accused of Facilitating Crime Tourism Group
As fall is approaching, the city of Santa Clarita prepares for one of its popular annual events, the River Rally and Environmental Expo.
Jason Gibbs | Register Now for the 29th Annual River Rally
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