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Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
Thursday, Jul 25, 2024

New and Upcoming Projects in Santa Clarita! Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages. This year, the City has already completed and started multiple Capital Improvement Projects...

West Creek Park Playground Closed for Repairs
Tuesday, Apr 23, 2024

The city of Santa Clarita has notified the public that the playground at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354, is currently closed for repairs on the rubberized surface. Other areas of the park remain open to the public. In addition to the inclusive playground the park offers...

Central Park Dog Parks to Close Temporarily
Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024

The city of Santa Clarita announced both dog parks at Central Park will be closed temporarily for renovations beginning Wednesday Feb. 28. The construction is anticipated to last three weeks. For  more for information, please call (661) 290-2224. For dog parks in the Santa Clarita Valley, click [here].

Ken Striplin | Skyline Ranch – Home to City’s 38th Park
Monday, Jan 29, 2024

Skyline Ranch Park – the Newest Park in Santa Clarita! Parks are the main hub of engagement and activity in our communities and here in Santa Clarita our 37 parks play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Whether you and your families frequent the beloved Central Park...

Basketball Courts Closed at Central Park
Friday, Jan 12, 2024

Three of the four basketball courts at Central Park, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, are currently closed for maintenance. The project is expected to last two weeks and will see the courts closed through Jan. 22. The scheduled closure will allow city of Santa Clarita staff to refinish...

Sept. 7: Parks, Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Thursday, Aug 31, 2023

The Santa Clarita Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold its regular meeting Thursday, Sept. 7, at 6 p.m., in Council Chambers at City Hall. The Commission is scheduled to discuss updates on the City’s parks planning projects. The full agenda is available below. Parks,...

City Cinemas in the Park Returning in June
Monday, May 8, 2023

Catch a movie under the stars with your family and friends, all for free this summer and into fall at different parks and facilities throughout Santa Clarita! City Cinemas in the Park, which will take place once a month from June through October, offers a new way to watch a movie with family and friends...

Community Invited to West Creek Park’s Inclusive Play Area Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, Jan 5, 2023

The second of its kind in the City of Santa Clarita, a new Inclusive Play Area at West Creek Park, is set to welcome parkgoers of all ages! The Santa Clarita City Council invites community members to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony for the City’s newest addition on Thursday, Jan. 12, at 9:30 a.m.,...

L.A. County Parks Announces Summer Programs
Thursday, May 12, 2022

Summer is just around the corner! Get ready to create lifelong memories with your family through L.A. County Parks activities, programs and events. From sports, recreation classes and aquatic programs for all ages to nature center offerings and overnight camping, there’s something for every body this...

Public Feedback Encouraged for Inclusive West Creek Playground
Thursday, Feb 24, 2022

Since the opening of the inclusive play area at Canyon Country Park in 2020, the city of Santa Clarita has explored options to build a second location for families to explore and enjoy. Residents are invited to attend a hybrid community meeting on Tuesday, March 1, at 6 p.m. to review a concept design...

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1898 - First deed to Vasquez Rocks recorded, to Bertha Wilkens [story]
Vasquez Rocks
The holiday season officially begins in Santa Clarita as Old Town Newhall transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland for Light Up Main Street, presented by DrinkPak, on Saturday, Nov. 15, 4-8 p.m.
Nov. 15: Light Up Main Street Kicks of Holiday Season in Old Town Newhall
Last weekend’s football in the Santa Clarita Valley brought a season-ending win to College of the Canyons, and four of our five high school playoff contenders had victories. But that fifth game? Could-a, would-a, should-a.
SCV Football: Four Teams Still in Playoffs
Hard Rock International, in partnership with the Tejon Indian Tribe, has announced that Hard Rock Casino Tejon will officially open Thursday, Nov. 13.
Nov. 13: Hard Rock Casino Tejon Opens at Base of Grapevine, Off I-5
The November meeting of the California Water Commission will be held Wednesday, Nov. 19 in Southern California and will include the fifth State Water Project briefing of 2025.
Nov. 19: California Water Commission Meets, Will Tour Pyramid, Castaic
The Master's University women's volleyball team took down the OUAZ Spirit Saturday, Nov. 8 in a five-set thriller (22-25, 26-24, 25-17, 26-28, 15-13) to win the GSAC regular season title in Suprize, Ariz.
Lady Mustangs Win GSAC Title in Five-set Thriller
1929 - Tom Vernon pulls off the "Great Saugus Train Robbery" [story]
locomotive
1898 - Actress Winifred Westover born in Oakland; estranged wife of William S. Hart & mother of his son [story]
Winifred Westover
1977 - Castaic residents vote 168-54 to withdraw 7th-8th grades from Hart District, making CUSD K-8 [story]
vote tally
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a report of hepatitis A virus infection in an employee of Tam O'Shanter Restaurant at 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039.
Public Health Alerts Community of Possible Exposure to Hepatitis A
The California State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water and SCV Water invite the Santa Clarita Valley community to participate in a public comment period and upcoming virtual meeting.
SCV Water Well V201 Public Comment Period, Public Meeting
The MAIN the 81-seat theater in Old Town Newhall, has announced its 2026 season lineup, featuring an unforgettable mix of comedy, drama and original theatrical works that will light up the stage.
The MAIN in Old Town Newhall Announces 2026 First Half Lineup
The city of Santa Clarita has announced the release of the 2026-2027 Notice of Funding Availability and has scheduled informational meetings for organizations interested in applying for 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant funding.
Santa Clarita Non-Profits Can Apply for Community Development Block Grants
The William S. Hart Union School District has announced that Arene Oh, a senior at Valencia High School, has been honored with the Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest honor bestowed upon a young person by the U.S. Congress.
Valencia High Senior Earns Prestigious Congressional Award Gold Medal
The Master's University women's basketball lost the first game of the Raider Classic tournament to Southern Oregon, 61-58 Thursday, Nov. 6 in Ashland, Ore.
TMU Hoops Drops Close One to Southern Oregon
Six players from The Master's University's women's soccer team have been named to the All-GSAC team, including GSAC Player of the Year Maddy Traylor, and Esteban Chavez has been named the conference's Coach of the Year.
Lady Mustangs Place Six on All-GSAC Soccer Team
The Master's University golf teams finished the fall leg of their 2025-26 season at the Firestorm Fall Invitational Wednesday, Nov. 5 in Buckeye, Ariz.
TMU Golf Ends Fall Season at ACU
The Master's University men's soccer players Trent Rickard and Clinton Mawusi have been named to the 2025 GSAC All-Conference presented by Under Armour Men's Soccer team.
Rickard, Mawusi Named All-GSAC in Men’s Soccer
1940 - William S. Hart deeds land for theater at Spruce & 11th Street to American Legion [story]
American Theater
The legendary Love Ride will be held on Sunday, Nov. 9. Ride with Grand Marshal Jay Leno and Honorary Grand Marshal Robert Patrick as well as thousands of motorcyclists from Glendale to the Santa Clarita Valley.
Nov. 9: Fundraising ‘Love Ride’ with Jay Leno to Castaic Lake
The Judicial Council of California has planned a public meeting for the "New Santa Clarita Courthouse Project" to be held 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12 at The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. The meeting will be held in the Oak Room.
Nov. 12: Public Meeting for New Santa Clarita Courthouse Project
The Santa Clarita Valley Harmony Hills All-Voice Chorus will host its Christmas Dreams Radio Show 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 at Santa Clarita Valley Elks Lodge.
Nov. 22: Tickets Available for Christmas Dreams Radio Show
The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence, a coalition representing over 1,000 survivors, advocates, organizations and allied individuals, has honored Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes and Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo with the Movement Champion Award.
Schiavo Honored with Movement Champion Award at Ceremony
Each year, one of Santa Clarita’s most treasured events transforms Old Town Newhall into a shining display of holiday cheer.
Ken Striplin | Kicking Off the Holidays with Light Up Main Street
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