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Reversible Rollercoasters at Magic Mountain, Freefall Water Slide Coming to Hurricane Harbor
Tuesday, Mar 25, 2014

[KHTS] – Six Flags Magic Mountain is kicking off its summer season with two limited-time thrills – a chance to ride two roller coasters backward. Magic Mountain opened for daily operation Saturday. This spring, guests have the chance to ride Batman The Ride and Colossus backwards. Magic Mountain...

Next VIA March 18: Six Flags’ Approach to Customer Service
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2014

The Valley Industry Association Invites you to join us for the March Luncheon Presentation Tuesday, March 18, 2014 – 11:45 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club, 27330 Tourney Road, Valencia  SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN: Customer Service Philosophies Click here to RSVP: https://www.via.org/Calendar/EventDetails.aspx?id=434   A...

New Kiddie Coaster Coming To Magic Mountain
Tuesday, Feb 11, 2014

Six Flags Magic Mountain announced its newest pint-sized roller coaster Tuesday. Speedy Gonzales Hot Rod Racers will anchor the revitalized Bugs Bunny World, becoming the fourth roller coaster in the children’s area, more than any other U.S. theme park. Sitting in miniature hot rod race cars, riders...

Nov. 27: Six Flags Food Drive; Also Toy Drive in December
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013

For the eleventh consecutive year, Six Flags Magic Mountain will collect food for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank during the annual “Bag-A-Ticket” holiday food drive.  On Wednesday, November 27, guests who bring a full bag of non-perishable food items will receive a FREE park admission ticket,...

County to Renew Magic Mountain Policing Contract
Thursday, Nov 14, 2013

The county Board of Supervisors is set to approve a 5-year extension to the contract whereunder the Sheriff’s Department assigns a sergeant and four deputies to the Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park in Valencia. Magic Mountain LLC will pay the total $820,430 cost of the five-year contract...

Oct. 4-27: Thrills By Day, Fright By Night (Video)
Tuesday, Sep 17, 2013

Beginning October 4, Six Flags Magic Mountain will raise the dead to celebrate its 21st annual Fright Fest Presented by Snickers.  In addition to the world-class line-up of thrill rides, the theme park will be transformed into a haunted “scream park” for four frightfully fun weekends through...

Tryouts Open Friday for Six Flags Fright Fest
Tuesday, Jul 23, 2013

Six Flags Magic Mountain will  hold auditions for its annual Fright Fest celebration on July 26,  August 2,  August 9,  August 23, starting at 5 p.m. each night. On August 17, auditions are expected  to take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Six Flags Magic Mountain is casting roles for actors, athletes,...

July 18: Magic Mountain Hiring Flash Pass Operators
Wednesday, Jul 10, 2013

The Santa Clarita WorkSource Center is hosting a recruitment event on Thursday, July 18, from 9 a.m. to noon to identify reliable and motivated individuals for immediate employment with Six Flags Magic Mountain.  The event will be held at the College of the Canyons University Center in Suite 250, located...

Six Flags Magic Mountain’s “Full Throttle” Opens (Video)
Friday, Jun 21, 2013

Six Flags Magic Mountain reaches new heights yet again with the opening of the brand new roller coaster, Full Throttle. Gaining another world record, Magic Mountain has designed Full Throttle to be the tallest, fastest-looping roller coaster in the world. Not only does Full Throttle break records, but...

Magic Mountain Tops Off Full Throttle Ride (Video)
Thursday, Apr 11, 2013

Six Flags Magic Mountain today hoisted the final piece of steel onto the world’s tallest and fastest looping coaster, FULL THROTTLE, completing the “Top Hat” feature of the ride. Unlike traditional coasters, this triple launch coaster will launch riders up and over a first-ever “Top Hat” that...

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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
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was awarded a $134,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety
LASD Crime Lab Awarded Grant to Bolster Testing for DUI Cases
Southern California’s iconic Joshua trees are in bloom, and California State University, Northridge’s environmental biologists are asking the public’s help in figuring out why and what it means for the trees’ future.
CSUN Researchers Call for Public’s Help in Documenting Joshua Trees’ Surprise Out-of-Season Bloom
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today issued its decision in the Tesla administrative case, adopting the administrative law judge’s proposed decision
DMV Finds Tesla Violated California State Law With ‘Autopilot’ Terms
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