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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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Thursdays@Newhall Winding Down With October Events
Tuesday, Oct 3, 2017

The city of Santa Clarita’s Thursdays@Newhall series, presented by Galpin Subaru, finishes up its outdoor schedule in October with exciting events happening every week. Thursdays@Newhall is an ongoing opportunity for residents of Santa Clarita to attend free shows and concerts, and relax with friends...

Oct. 17: VIA Luncheon, Update from UCLA Health

The Valley Industry Association (VIA) will hold a luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 11:45 a.m. to discuss the growth of UCLA Health throughout the Santa Clarita Valley. The event will take place at the Valencia Country Club, 27330 No. Tourney Road, Valencia Click here to RSVP: https://via.org/Calendar/EventDetails.aspx?id=929 An...

City Celebrates National Arts, Humanities Month With ARTober

October is National Arts and Humanities Month and to celebrate the city of Santa Clarita will be hosting ARTober during the month of October. The month-long celebration will feature free art events and displays held throughout the Santa Clarita Valley to raise awareness about the important role arts...

City Manager’s Monthly Message – October 2017

We are quickly approaching the culmination of the year-long celebration of our city’s 30th anniversary. It is truly a time to celebrate all the hard work, dedication, perseverance and passion that took our City from being a tiny portion of Los Angeles County to the thriving third largest city in the...

Santa Clarita Mayor’s Monthly Message – October 2017

This month marks an exciting milestone for the premier arts and entertainment district in Santa Clarita. Old Town Newhall is one step closer to offering even more opportunities for culture, movies, parking and an all-around good time! It is all taking place on one block between our beautiful Old Town...

Fund Set Up for Local Bodyshop Owner, Vegas Shooting Victim Cesar Ranuschio

SCV Residents Recall Night of Terror in Vegas
Monday, Oct 2, 2017

A three-day country music event turned into hell on earth Sunday night in Las Vegas as a gunman opened fire on hundreds of music fans, killing at least 50 and injuring more than 400. Santa Clarita concertgoers at the Route 91 Harvest Festival recounted their night of terror as rapid-fire gunshots were...

Kunak, 65, of Castaic Town Council, Suffers Fatal Heart Attack
Thursday, Sep 28, 2017

John Kunak, a member of the Castaic Town Council, died in his home Thursday of what appeared to be a heart attack, officials confirmed. Kunak was found deceased around 1:30 p.m. Thursday, said Lt Bauer of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. Los Angeles County Fire Department officials responded...

Valencia Man Charged with Murder in Death of Boyfriend Found in Closet

From the Facebook Page of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station: A 21-year-old Valencia man was charged with the murder of his boyfriend, Brayan Jose Rodriguez, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced. Deputy District Attorney Julie Kramer said Christian Alexander...

Oct. 5-6: California Community Colleges Civic Engagement Summit

The California Community Colleges Civic Engagement Summit is a two-day event that will seek to foster a shared understanding of non-partisan civic engagement across the California Community Colleges. Conference strands will address strategies to increase voter participation, civic knowledge, and community...

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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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