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1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
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SCV Senior Center Reenacts Rosie the Riveter Nov. 12
Friday, Nov 6, 2015

The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center will be hosting a historical reenactment of Rosie the Riveter featuring Louise Willard on Nov. 12. The reenactment takes place on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Rooms A-1 & A-2 of the SCV Senior Center located at 22900 Market Street in Newhall. Willard...

SCV Senior Center Welcomes New Art Instructor, Charity Vincent
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2015

The SCV Senior Center welcomes new art instructor, Charity Vincent. Charity brings her impressive skills to the Center and is eager to share her passion and knowledge. She has a degree in Studio Visual Art and received top honors. Charity has had numerous solo and group exhibitions and has curated and...

Site Unsafe for Seniors?
Sunday, Nov 2, 2014

Within the past few years as a hospice doctor, I have had two cases of young patients in Santa Clarita dying from a brain tumor and lung cancer. In common, both lived next to high-power transmission lines. The citizens of the Santa Clarita Valley have learned to live with power lines. The question remains:...

Two Sites Being Evaluated for New Senior Center
Monday, Aug 25, 2014

[KHTS] The Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging, which oversees operations for the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, is working with city and county officials for a new site for the center. While a new Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center location is still likely at least several years out, two sites...

Senior Center Announces Golf Classic
Friday, Aug 22, 2014

[KHTS – Jessica Lynn] Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging officials are hosting the Senior Center Golf Classic on Sept. 15 at Tournament Players Club Valencia in order to fundraise for the organization, said Linda Lieblang, associate executive director of the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center. The...

Committe Talks “Memory Loss” at Annual Luncheon
Friday, May 9, 2014

The SCV Mayor’s Committee for the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities is hosting its annual luncheon on May 15 at the Santa Clarita Activities Center. This years keynote speakers are Rachelle Dardeau, M.S., M.S.W., (right) Executive Director of the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, and Susan...

SCV NewsBreak for Friday, November 1, 2013
Friday, Nov 1, 2013

In this episode: The bicyclist who was killed Wednesday in Santa Clarita has been identified by Coroners Officials as 47 year old Luis Ochoa, of Newhall; The future site of the next Los Angeles County library in Castaic was vandalized Thursday night. Also: Daylight Savings ends Sunday; In efforts to...

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Tuesday, Sep 17, 2013

In this episode: A local Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart recipient will be speaking during the opening ceremonies of the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall on September 26, 2013 at the Westfield Valencia Town Center; The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is hosting a free 10-week Caregiver Bootcamp, starting...

SCV NewsBreak for Monday, July 15, 2013
Monday, Jul 15, 2013

In this episode: A first-of-its-kind youth training at the SCV Sheriff’s Station had two dozen teens in attendance Monday for what is likely to be the only summer school course they’ll take that could save their lives; COC board member Steven Zimmer and Hart district board member Bob Jensen announced...

SCV NewsBreak for Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Tuesday, Jun 25, 2013

In this episode: While the Santa Clarita Valley’s crime rate is staying at or near record lows for most areas, the Saugus crime figures are plunging according to weekly Nixle reports; Thick cloud cover didn’t discourage golfers who hit the links at TPC Valencia to play in the 5th Annual Summer...

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Two classic one-act comedies written by the late James McLure are coming to The Main in Old Town Newhall for a two-weekend run starting Friday, May 10.
May 10: Two Classic One Act Comedies Open at The Main
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity and the County Film Office, in partnership with Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Chair Lindsey P. Horvath and Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger, unveiled a new $4.1 million grant program to provide relief to small and micro businesses affected by both COVID-19 and the 2023 Hollywood double strikes.
$4.1 Million Grant Program for Small, Micro Businesses in L.A. County
Join the Saugus Instrumental Music Program at Saugus High School for a fun community event. Get ready, Santa Clarita, for an unforgettable morning of shopping, entertainment and support. The Saugus Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale, where treasures abound and bargains await will be held Saturday, June 8, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June 8: Saugus High Instrumental Music Program Rummage Sale
The Placerita Canyon Nature Center Associates invite residents of the Santa Clarita Valley to the annual Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event to be held Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 11: Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House
1906 - Bobby Batugo, World Champion Mixologist in the 1970s, born in The Philippines [story]
Bobby Batugo
Starting Monday, April 29, construction on the South Fork Trail will begin to replace a portion of the lodgepole fencing, the city of Santa Clarita announced.
South Fork Trail Construction to Begin April 29
College of the Canyons dual-sport athlete Sam Regez will continue his career at University of Portland with plans to run on both the cross country and track and field programs.
COC Standout Sam Regez Signs with University of Portland
An entertainment industry initiative to support the voices of California State University, Northridge film and TV students was celebrated with a recent screening of stories they created. 
‘Changing Lenses’ Initiative Lends Voice to CSUN Film, TV Students
How important is Film and Tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley Economy? 
SCVEDC Delves into Santa Clarita Film, Tourism Impact
Earlier this month, a team of biology students at The Master’s University won a distinguished award at one of the oldest intercollegiate research conferences in the country.
TMU Biology Students Earn Recognition at Annual Research Conference
Lisa Zamroz has announced her intent to step down as the head coach of The Master's University's women's basketball team effective July 1, 2024.
TMU Women’s Basketball Coach to Resign
Spring heralds a time of renewal and rejuvenation, not just in the natural world, but within our homes and lives as well.
Cameron Smyth | Spring Cleaning Your Neighborhood
College of the Canyons student-athletes Gigi Garcia (softball) and Hannes Yngve (men's golf) have been named the COC Athletic Department's Women's and Men's Student-Athletes of the Week for the period running April 15-20.
COC Names Gigi Garcia, Hannes Yngve Athletes of the Week
California Institute of the Arts' Community Weekend kicks off on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, April 28.
April 26-28: Community Weekend Returns to CalArts
May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month! Celebrate by applying to become a resource parent and fostering or foster-adopting siblings.
May 16: Children’s Bureau Foster Care Orientation
Santa Clarita resident Edina Lemus has been appointed Administrator of the Veterans Home of California in Lancaster by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom Appoints SCV Resident Veterans Home Administrator
The California Department of Transportation has scheduled Lane Closures on the northbound and southbound State Route 14 between Technology Drive in Palmdale and Avenue A in Lancaster, closing up to three lanes.
Caltrans Announces SR-14 Lane Closures
1906 - Bercaw General Store opens in Surrey (Saugus) [story]
Bercaw Store
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond testified today in the Senate Education Committee about the need for results-proven training for all teachers of reading and math.
State Superintendent Makes Historic Push for Results-Proven Training in Literacy, Math as Sponsor of SB 1115
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:
Ocean Water Warning for April 24
Dust off the boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park making its way to back to Santa Clarita, y’all. 
May 10: Boots In the Park Returns to Santa Clarita
State Senator Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) and Supervisor Kathryn Barger honor the memory of those lost 109 years ago in Armenian Genocide. 
Barger, Wilk Recognize Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
The Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps is excited to announce the inaugural Donut Day event.
June 7: Salvation Army SCV Announces Inaugural Donut Day Event
The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation has approved $370,000 in funding to support the Vet@ThePark program operated by the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control.
LAC Animal Care Foundation Provides $370K Grant to Support Vet@ThePark
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