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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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Audit Finds Inadequacies in State’s Efforts to Solve Homeless Problem
Monday, Apr 30, 2018

SACRAMENTO – On Monday, Senator Scott Wilk, R – Antelope Valley, announced that he has submitted a formal request to the Senate Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review to fully fund the California Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council. “The council is in a unique position to affect...

Wilk’s War on Terror Memorial One Step Closer to Reality
Thursday, Apr 26, 2018

On Wednesday, Senator Scott Wilk, R – Antelope Valley, announced that the Senate Committee on Governmental Organization has unanimously passed Senate Bill 1452, a bill aimed at creating an official state memorial for those Californians who have fallen fighting in support of the Global War on Terror....

Wilk Animal Cruelty Intervention Act OK’d by Committee
Wednesday, Apr 25, 2018

The California Senate Committee on Public Safety voted 4-1 Tuesday to approve Senate Bill 1024, the Animal Cruelty and Violence Intervention Act of 2018, introduced by Senator Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, as a way to address the undeniable link between animal abuse and violence toward humans. “I...

Wilk Industrial Hemp Bill Unanimously Passes Senate Committee

Sacramento – Senate Bill 1409, which would update current law to streamline the production of industrial hemp in California, has been passed by the Senate Committee on Public Safety, Senator Scott Wilk (R-Antelope Valley), who introduced the bill, announced Wednesday. SB 1409 would allow California...

California Legislature Marks 103rd Anniversary of Armenian Genocide
Monday, Apr 23, 2018

Sacramento – Members of the California Legislature today commemorated the 103rd anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, even as the United States continues to turn a blind eye to the genocide of 1.5 million Armenians, Senator Scott Wilk (R-Antelope Valley) said Monday. “We commemorate the anniversary...

Wilk Bill Expands Protections Against ‘Dumping’ of Sex Offender Parolees
Tuesday, Apr 10, 2018

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, announces Senate Bill 1199 (SB 1199) was unanimously approved Senate Committee on Public Safety. SB 1199 would require, when at all possible, that there be a family or community connection before paroling a sex offender into a community (unless that...

Wilk Introduces Resolution Opposing ‘Pay-Per-Mile’ Tax
Monday, Apr 9, 2018

Sacramento – California Senator Scott Wilk (R-Antelope Valley) has introduced Senate Resolution 103, urging the Legislature to abandon the pursuit of a “pay-per-mile” tax on California motorists. “Every workday over 200,000 commuters leave the Antelope and Victor valleys for work,”...

Wilk Bill Streamlines Production of Industrial Hemp in California
Tuesday, Apr 3, 2018

SACRAMENTO – Sen. Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, announced Tuesday the passage of his Senate Bill 1409 (SB 1409) by the Senate Committee on Agriculture. The measure updates current law to streamline the production of industrial hemp in California and allow California farmers to grow and produce...

April 21: Lambourne Memorial at Sand Canyon Country Club
Wednesday, Mar 28, 2018

A public memorial gathering in honor of SCV political aide and community leader Linda Lambourne, has been set for Saturday, April 21, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sand Canyon Country Club, according to her daughter, Angi McDuffie. The longtime aide to U.S. Representative Howard P. “Buck” McKeon and...

Wilk Intros Landmark Animal Welfare, Violence Prevention Bill
Monday, Mar 26, 2018

California Senator Scott Wilk, R-Antelope Valley, has introduced the Animal Welfare and Violence Intervention Act of 2018 to address the link between animal abuse and violence toward humans and to stop the escalation of dangerous behavior among offenders who hurt animals. “Animal abuse crimes should...

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The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the Santa Clarita Valley.
Excessive Heat Warning Issued for SCV
Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency will be holding their a special board meeting following with the regular board meeting next Tuesday on Sept. 3.
Sept. 3: SCV Water Agency Regular Board Meeting
The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club is hosting 57th Anniversary Square Dance 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8.
Sept. 8: Sierra Hillbillies 57th Anniversary Square Dance
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries and Shakes has announced the launch of its Best Burger of the United States contest through September, inviting burger enthusiasts to submit their custom burger creations via an online form on MOOYAH’s website.
MOOYAH Unveils ‘Best Burger of the United States’ Contest
The Santa Clarita Shakespeare Acting Classes will begin Tuesday, Sept. 9 and registration is still open.
Sept. 9: Santa Clarita Shakespeare Afterschool Classes Begin
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
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