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USA Today Picks Magic Mountain Fright Fest as Nation’s Best
Friday, Oct 16, 2015

[KHTS] – Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest has been declared the best theme park Halloween event in the country by USA Today, and it will continue to be open this weekend. “It is such an honor to be recognized by our guests and fans for the efforts we have made these past five years to...

Magic Mountain Fright Fest Offers Something Fresh
Monday, Sep 28, 2015

[KHTS] – Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest opened for the season this past weekend with new scare zones, shows and fright. This year, the park has seven mazes and seven scare zones, each with its own theme. “We are really focused on adding experiences that really immerse you in the product,...

Things to Do: Fright Fest Cometh
Wednesday, Sep 23, 2015

SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN FRIGHT FEST SEPTEMBER 26, 27 OCTOBER 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 30, 31 NOVEMBER 1 FALL ACTIVITIES IN SANTA CLARITA SANTA CLARITA MARATHON NOVEMBER 7 & 8 BOOK YOUR HOTEL BEFORE THE DISCOUNTED OFFER ENDS! HOUSE...

Six Flags to Revolutionize Revolution (Video)
Thursday, Sep 3, 2015

Six Flags Magic Mountain unveiled plans Thursday to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the world’s first 360-degree looping coaster. The New Revolution, featuring newly designed trains, special ride effects and a new look, will highlight the Valencia theme parks’ 45th operating season. The New Revolution,...

Girl’s Death at Magic Mountain Unrelated to Ride
Tuesday, Jun 16, 2015

The Coroner’s Office is not investigating the death of a girl found unresponsive at Six Flags Magic Mountain, officials said Tuesday. “She had a pre-existing condition,” said Lt. Fred Corral of the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office, noting her doctor will be signing off on the cause of death....

Girl Dies After Being Found Unconscious at Magic Mountain
Monday, Jun 15, 2015

A girl who was found unconscious Saturday afternoon at Six Flags Magic Mountain was pronounced dead at a local hospital. The identity of the girl, age 10, is not being released at this time, and an autopsy has not been completed, a coroner’s official said. Fire Department officials responded...

Unconscious Child, 10, Airlifted from Magic Mountain
Friday, Jun 12, 2015

First responders flew an unconscious child from Six Flags Magic Mountain Friday night, officials said. “Late this afternoon, a 10-year-old female guest returned to the Revolution station after riding and was found breathing but unconscious,” Six Flags Magic Mountain officials said in a statement....

Twisted Colossus, Steampunk District to Open May 23
Thursday, Apr 30, 2015

[KHTS] – Twisted Colossus, Six Flags Magic Mountain’s newest ride, is set to open this May in Santa Clarita and construction crews are about to complete the testing of the ride. Twisted Colossus is expected to open to the public May 23, officials said Wednesday. The ride will have four trains...

Twisted Colossus on Track for Spring Opening
Monday, Feb 16, 2015

Six Flags Magic Mountain officials say Twisted Colossus is on track for its spring opening complete with a new revamped steampunk area. “I’d say about 40 percent (of the coaster is complete),” said Six Flags Magic Mountain Construction Manager Bruce Thompson. “We’ve got to complete the...

Magic Mountain Gives Peek at Coaster, ‘Holiday in the Park’
Friday, Nov 28, 2014

Six Flags Magic Mountain officials recently previewed the construction of Twisted Colossus and its first-ever Holiday in the Park event.   Twisted Colossus Colossus was officially closed down Aug. 17 of this year after SFMM officials announced their plan to reinvent the nearly 40-year-old coaster. Construction...

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The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees failed to complete its annual organizational vote to elect a new board president during its meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
COC Board Fails to Elect New President in Deadlocked Vote
There's no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
CTG ‘A Christmas Story’ Adds Shows, Dec. 21-22, Due to Demand
The city of Santa Clarita will present its latest art exhibition, “Pop Culture,” on view at the Newhall Community Center now through March 25, 2026.
City Presents ‘Pop Culture’ Art Exhibit at the Newhall Community Center
This week’s Foothill League matches resulted in the Saugus boys getting a firmer grip on first place, and the Saugus girls slipping into second place. Meanwhile, holiday tournaments are bringing both wins and losses from non-league teams, with more on the way.
Foothill League Soccer: Saugus Boys, Hart Girls Leading
1970 - Snow day in Santa Clarita Valley [photos]
Saugus train station
Do you have a passion for swimming and a desire to make an impact in your community? The city of Santa Clarita is seeking individuals with strong customer service skills and a commitment to community engagement to join its lifeguard team.
Applications Are Open for the Summer 2026 Lifeguard Season
Santa Clarita Valley residents need to put down the yule log and refrain from all residental wood burning fires on Friday, Dec. 19.
Dec. 19: No Burn Day Alert Issued for SCV, South Coast Air Basin
U.S. Rep. George Whitesides (D-Aqua Dulce), announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 27th Congressional District: the “MathViz” team led by local Academy of the Canyons student, Gautham Korrapati.
Whitesides Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge SCV Winners
The Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K, set for March 1, in Santa Clarita, is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and giving back. Now through Wednesday, Dec. 24, take $10 OFF race registration with promo code WINTER10 at checkout.
March 1: JCI Santa Clarita Holds Mardi Gras Madness 1K/5K/10K Runs
Theatre Extempore will present the all time classic musical The Fantasticks, 8-10 p.m. Jan. 9-11. 15-18 at The MAIN.
Jan. 9: Premiere of ‘The Fantasticks’ Presented by Theatre Extempore
West Ranch High School senior Braulio Castillo (17) never did any long-distance running before high school, but what he has accomplished in that demanding discipline since taking it up is impressive. And, so far his senior year, it is phenomenal.
West Ranch Runner Going the Distance
Powerlab Studio will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting 4:30-5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8 at 28110 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia, CA 91355.
Jan 8: Powerlab Studio Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting
B2 Entertainment will have a Cookies With Santa event, 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 at 21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Dec. 21: Cookies With Santa at MB2 Entertainment
The College of the Canyons soccer programs will be hosting 'Friday Night Footy,' small-sided pick-up games, running on Friday evenings Jan. 2 through June 26 at the COC Soccer Facility.
Jan. 2-June 26: Cougars Soccer Programs to Host ‘Friday Night Footy’
College of the Canyons sophomore pitcher Nichole Muro will continue her academic and athletic career at Cumberland University after signing with the Phoenix softball program.
Muro Signs with Cumberland University Softball Program
College of the Canyons men's basketball won its fourth straight contest in an 80-72 affair at Napa Valley College on Monday afternoon, Dec. 15 as freshman Julius Washington led all scorers with 20 points.
Cougars Win Fourth Straight 80-72 at Napa Valley
Canyons women's basketball snapped a five-game losing streak with a 60-44 win over Diablo Valley College during the final day of action at the Napa Valley Storm Surge tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13.
Canyons Finishes Tourney Weekend with 60-44 Win Over Diablo Valley
1929 - Swift justice: Thomas Vernon sentenced to life in prison for Saugus train derailment & robbery 1 month earlier [story]
Tom Vernon
The Newhall School District Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, Dec. 16 for its annual organiational meeting.
Newhall School Board Elects Rachelle Haddoak 2026 Board President
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department  Forensic In-Patient Step Down program’s success has led to an annual graduation that not only celebrates the participants for the progress they have made in the program but also acknowledges the department’s commitment to excellence in custody operations. 
LASD Custody Division Honors Inmates on the Path of Recovery and Success
The study of bones from the largest collection of Neandertal remains in Northern Europe has revealed evidence of selective cannibalism targeting Neandertal females and children between 41,000 and 45,000 years ago.
Research by CSUN Prof Finds Neandertal Selective Cannibalism 45,000 Years Ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today announced that registration is open for the second annual School Leadership to End Hate Winter Institute, co-hosted by the California Department of Education and the California Teachers Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education.
State Education Dept. to Address Rising Antisemitism, Hate
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