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1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
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June 20: Summer Solstice Senses Block Party
Tuesday, Jun 18, 2024

Celebrate the longest day of the year at the Summer Solstice SENSES Block Party, Thursday, June 20, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. on Main Street in Old Town Newhall. The wildly popular SENSES Block Party will bring live music, food trucks, themed activities and adult beverages. Grab a drink from the on-street...

Mayor Cameron Smyth | Summer Nights at SENSES, Celebrate
Thursday, May 30, 2024

Enjoy the Warm Summer Nights at SENSES and Celebrate! School is out for summer and it is time to enjoy the long sunny days and warm nights. With June right around the corner, get ready to join your friends and family for two of the City’s most popular outdoor events. We are in the middle of the line-up...

Mayor Cameron Smyth | Neon Nights Kicks Off SENSES Block Parties
Thursday, Mar 21, 2024

See You at SENSES! Unveiling an Incredible Lineup of Block Parties Did you know that each year, Main Street in Old Town Newhall undergoes countless makeovers for different events, such as Light Up Main Street and the Fourth of July Parade? One event in particular, though, transforms the street with a...

Ken Striplin | SENSES Block Party Series Returns
Monday, Mar 11, 2024

SENSES Block Parties Returns If you’re looking for local delicious food and drinks, live music and engaging activities that stimulate all your senses, then look no further. SENSES Block Parties makes its highly-anticipated return to Main Street in Old Town Newhall, with a line-up of exciting themes...

Ken Striplin | Happy Holidays from Santa Clarita
Thursday, Dec 28, 2023

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the City of Santa Clarita As we come together to celebrate the Christmas holiday, it’s a perfect opportunity to also celebrate our beloved city of Santa Clarita. This year has been remarkable for our community. Throughout the past twelve months, our City has...

Ken Striplin | SENSES: A Main Street Monster Mash
Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023

It seems as though we were just announcing the transformation of Main Street in Old Town Newhall into a one-night Saint Patrick’s Day party, but time flies when you’re having a great time at SENSES Block Party. This event series has become a city-wide favorite not just for my family, but for residents...

Message from City Manager | Summer Nights in Santa Clarita
Thursday, Jul 27, 2023

Summer Nights Stay Alive with Santa Clarita Events There’s no shortage of exciting events for residents to attend this summer. From learning about different cultures, grabbing drinks with friends at a themed block party, rocking out to your favorite tribute band or watching a movie under the stars,...

Mayor’s Monthly Message | Cowboy Festival Returns
Monday, Apr 3, 2023

Return of Cowboy Festival From Concerts in the Park – to Light Up Main Street, our city is known for producing world-class events year-round. I am thrilled that our popular spring event will once again bring our western heritage to life in a new location. The city of Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival...

Santa Clarita Arts Calendar: Music Festival, SENSES Block Party
Monday, Jun 6, 2022

This city of Santa Clarita is reminding residents of the arts-related June events around the SCV.   Free To Be Me Music Festival Sunday, June 12, from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. The Free to Be Me Music Festival celebrates Santa Clarita’s differently-abled residents and their families. This free event...

Santa Clarita Arts Calendar Offers Sneak Peek of Upcoming Events
Monday, Aug 30, 2021

The city of Santa Clarita has released a sneak peek of upcoming arts-related events. Call For Artists Fine Craft Show Around the World Holiday Traditions The city of Santa Clarita is looking for artists for two new opportunities. The 30th Annual Fine Craft Show will be integrated into the city of Santa...

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The city of Santa Clarita is now accepting short poem entries for the Sidewalk Poetry Project from residents and individuals with connections or ties to Santa Clarita.
Sidewalk Poetry 2025 Submissions Now Being Accepted
Returning for a fourth year, the “Fringe of the Woods Festival” will again be held Aug. 9-11 at the Mile High Theater in Lake of the Woods/Frazier Park.
Aug. 9-11: ‘Fringe of the Woods Festival’ in Frazier Park
The Val Verde Historical Society will host Back to Val Verde for Val Verde's 100! on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m. This all day picnic and celebration will feature food, music, games and raffles.
Aug. 31: Back to Val Verde for Val Verde’s 100!
Can you help us identify these thieves? The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station is seeking the public's help in identifying two grand theft suspects. On June 22 two suspects stole a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma tailgate from a vehicle in Valencia.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Seeks Public’s Help
The city of Santa Clarita and DrinkPAK! are seeking talented creators for Maker's Marketplace, a curated shopping experience at the city's largest holiday event, Light Up Main Street.
City Seeking Artisans for Light Up Main Street
Outgoing Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Foundation President Gloria Mercdo-Fortine recently received high praise for her tenure as president of the foundation for the past four years.
SCV Sheriff’s Foundation Celebrates Gloria Mercado-Fortine
Here we are at the end of July and preparations for the fall season are already underway at most of our member schools. As is the case most every year, school administration and athletic faculty should be aware and ready to immediately implement the rule changes enacted the previous year.
Mike West | Message From the CIF-SS Commissioner
The California Department of Transportation announced the southbound Interstate 5 will be reduced to one or two lanes from two miles north of Templin Highway (near the Whitaker Sand Shed) north of Castaic to Lake Hughes Road overnights Monday, July 29 through Friday, Aug. 2 for paving work.
July 29-Aug. 2: Caltrans I-5 Lane Closures Near Castaic to Continue
1870 - Armantha Thibaudeau, community leader during early 20th Century and co-founder of chamber of commerce, born in Kentucky [story]
Armantha Thibaudeau
The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation announced earlier this month that Jey Wagner stepped down from his role as president and CEO effective July 8, 2024.
SCVEDC Seeking Candidates for President, CEO
(CN) — The California Supreme Court on Thursday rebuffed a union-backed challenge to the voter-approved law that exempts app-based drivers working for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash from being classified as employees rather than independent contractors under the state's labor code.
Rideshare Drivers to Remain Independent Contractors
Daniel Rush has been named the head coach for The Master's University's cross country and track & field teams.
TMU Names Daniel Rush Mustangs XCTF Head Coach
Nothing says Santa Clarita like our beautiful mountains, pristine parks, paseos meandering through our neighborhoods, lush trees and amenities for residents of all ages.
Jason Gibbs | Santa Clarita’s New, Upcoming Projects
"Inside Out 2," the sequel to Pixar’s 2015 hit, is taking the worldwide box office by storm.
CalArtians Help Propel ‘Inside Out 2’ to Highest-Grossing Animated Film
In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, the second annual "Game. Set. Hope. Charity Tennis Tournament" will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning 9:30 a.m., at the West Ranch High School tennis courts.
Sept. 7: ‘Game. Set. Hope.’ Tennis Tourney Benefiting Mental Health Awareness
Building on California’s ongoing work and unprecedented investments to address the decades-long issue of homelessness, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Thursday ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while  respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians.
Newsom Issues Executive Order to Clear Homeless Encampments
1915 - Pioneer Juan Batista Suraco buried in a family graveyard, currently unmarked, in Bouquet Canyon near Benz Road [story]
Suraco family
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 July 24
The Los Angeles County Departments of Mental Health and Public Health have centralized access to mental health and substance use services into one 24/7 call center at (800) 854-7771.
County Revamps Help Line for Mental Health, Overdose Services
Adopt a Pet and help the Castaic Animal Shelter "Clear the Shelter" with their kick-off Party on Aug. 10. 
Aug. 10:  ‘Clear the Shelter’ Party for Animal Adoption Month
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Engineering and Operations Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Aug 1, at 5:30 p.m., in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom, 26521 Summit Circle in Santa Clarita.
Aug. 1: SCV Water’s Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting
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