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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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State to Audit LA County Handling of Child Abuse, Welfare Cases
Wednesday, Aug 8, 2018

Sacramento – The California Joint Legislative Audit Committee on Wednesday unanimously approved an audit of the County of Los Angeles’ handling of child abuse and welfare issues, according to Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita. Senators Wilk, Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) and Assemblyman...

Wilk Names Advanced Audiology Small Business of the Month
Monday, Aug 6, 2018

Sacramento – Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) has honored Valencia-based Advanced Audiology as his choice for the 21st Senate District Small Business of the Month for August. Wilk presented the award to audiologist, philanthropist and founder of Advanced Audiology, Nola Aronson. “When people...

Countdown to Castaic High School Event Draws 400 People

Nearly 400 people came to Castaic High School Friday for the “Countdown to Castaic High School” event, and for most in attendance, it was their first glimpse at the state-of-the-art campus still under construction. It was also the first chance many from the community, including roughly 25 current...

California Calls on Feds to Fully Fund IDEA Act for Disabled Students
Friday, Jul 6, 2018

Sacramento – The California Senate has adopted Senate Joint Resolution 19 (SJR 19), authored by Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita), calling on Congress to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a program focusing on disabled students. “There is no more important...

July 17: State of the State Fireside Chat
Tuesday, Jul 3, 2018

Valley Industry Association will be hosting a State of the State Fireside Chat on Tuesday, July 17, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Valencia, located at 24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia, 91355. The fireside chat will include California State Senator Scott...

Wilk, California Senate Call on Feds to Stop Cemex Mega-Mine
Monday, Jul 2, 2018

SACRAMENTO – The California State Senate overwhelmingly passed on Monday Senate Resolution 96 (SR 96) authored by Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita), calling on the federal government to do whatever necessary to finally put an end to the proposed CEMEX, Inc. mega-mine in Soledad Canyon. “Locating...

Wilk Elected to Senate Rules Committee
Monday, Jun 25, 2018

SACRAMENTO – California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, was elected Monday by his colleagues to the five-member Senate Rules Committee, considered the most influential assignment in the Senate. The entire Senate unanimously confirmed Wilk’s election. The Rules Committee is responsible...

Wilk Animal Offender Bill Passes Assembly Public Safety Committee
Wednesday, Jun 20, 2018

The Assembly Committee on Public Safety unanimously passed Senate Bill 1024, the Animal Cruelty & Violence Intervention Act of 2018, introduced by Senator Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, to change the way California handles animal abuse offenders, Wilk announced Wednesday. “Animal abuse crimes...

Wilk Aerospace Institute Bill Soars Through Legislature

SACRAMENTO – The Assembly Committee on Higher Education unanimously approved Senate Bill 1356 introduced by California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, to provide state funding for a California Institute for Aerospace in the Antelope Valley. Wilk’s aerospace institute will preserve...

July 17: VIA ‘Cocktails, Conversation’ with Wilk, Acosta, Lackey
Wednesday, Jun 13, 2018

The Valley Industry Association will host a “Cocktails and Conversation” “State of the State Fireside Chat” with local elected officials at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Tuesday, July 17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. California Senator Scott Wilk (R-Antelope Valley), Assemblyman Dante...

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The deadline for the "Dark, Odd & Mysterious" Art Show submission hosted Santa Clarita Artists Association is Thursday, Sept. 19.
Sept. 19: ‘Dark, Odd, Mysterious’ Deadline for SCAA Art Show
One of my favorite things about our city is our incredible parks system, which we are adding to and enhancing every year.
Mayor Cameron Smyth | Updates Coming to David March Park
Evidence of further turmoil at College of the Canyons continues with the resignation of Jerry De Felice, the chief development officer of the College of the Canyons Foundation. ttelman is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72447320218?pwd=aVOeeiS36F5EddU5snNoAVoUKq5YTw.1
Jerry De Felice, Chief Development Officer of COC Foundation, Resigns
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
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