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2000 - Movie stuntman Richard Farnsworth, 2000 Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee, and Dr. Robert Rockwell, first COC president, die on the same day [Farnsworth story] [Rockwell story]
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House Passes ‘Women in Aerospace Education Act’
Monday, Dec 18, 2017

The U.S. House of Representatives Monday unanimously passed H.R. 4254, the “Women in Aerospace Education Act,” introduced by Rep. Steve Knight (R, CA-25). The bill would encourage universities applying for Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship grants to incorporate aerospace engineering experiences...

Knight Requesting State of Emergency in Response to Rye Fire
Tuesday, Dec 5, 2017

(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Tuesday, Representative Steve Knight (R-CA) reached out to Governor Jerry Brown’s office to request a state of emergency be declared in Los Angeles County in response to the Rye Fire and Sylmar Fire. As of 4:30 PM Pacific time, the Rye Fire has grown to over 5,000 acres...

Knight: House Tax Bill Offers ‘Unprecedented Relief’
Friday, Nov 17, 2017

The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, by a vote of 227-205 in the chamber Thursday. Representative Steve Knight (R, CA-25), is sending this letter to constituents who inquire about the bill’s provisions. Thank you for contacting me with your thoughts about...

Knight Joins Push to Keep Adoption Tax Credit
Wednesday, Nov 15, 2017

Rep. Steve Knight (R, CA-25) has joined 24 other representatives urging the House’s pending tax reform legislation retain the Adoption Tax Credit that aids families who adopt children. In a letter sent to House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady, the representatives proposed a way to...

Knight Science Bills Pass Key Legislative Step

The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology today favorably reported three bills authored by Rep. Steve Knight (R-CA 25) that would advance cutting-edge research initiatives and improve STEM education for the future workforce. This procedural advancement is an important step to pass en route...

Knight Applauds Key Provisions of Defense Policy Bill
Monday, Nov 13, 2017

The Conference Committee for the National Defense Authorization Act released the Joint Explanatory Statement on the defense policy bill for Fiscal Year 2018, which includes several key provisions successfully advocated by Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25) as a core-conferee. Included among these measures are: 1)...

Protestors Push Back on Knight Tax Plan Support, Voting Record

Santa Clarita residents gathered at Oak Hills Elementary Friday night to take Congressman Steve Knight (R, CA-25) to task for his support of the GOP’s proposed tax overhaul. “There’s a lot of misinformation on what the (GOP tax plan) is going to do, and who it’s going to support, and I don’t...

Knight Co-Sponsors ‘Women in Aerospace Education Act’
Monday, Nov 6, 2017

(Washington, DC) – Representative Steve Knight (CA-25) and Representative Elizabeth Esty (CT-05) introduced bipartisan legislation today designed to strengthen the American aerospace industry by enhancing K-12 education initiatives to promote more female participation in science, technology, engineering...

House Reps Create Caucus to Boost NASA
Wednesday, Oct 11, 2017

Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25) and Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced Wednesday the creation of the NASA Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives to strengthen policymaker awareness of NASA’s many connections to our national security and economic interests. The caucus will also provide a bipartisan...

House Unanimously Passes Knight Small Business Legislation

H.R. 2763, the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Improvements Act of 2017 authored by Rep. Steve Knight (CA-25), passed the House of Representatives with unanimous support Wednesday. “H.R 2763 is one step closer towards a more transparent and safe government,”...

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2000 - Movie stuntman Richard Farnsworth, 2000 Newhall Walk of Western Stars inductee, and Dr. Robert Rockwell, first COC president, die on the same day [Farnsworth story] [Rockwell story]
Farnsworth-Rockwell
1970 - College of the Canyons' first on-campus classes held in portable buildings located just south of future Cougar Stadium [story]
portables
The Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Oct. 8: SUSD Holds Public Hearing on Teachers’ Union Proposal
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures in the triple digits have been forecast for the Santa Clarita Valley Saturday, Oct. 5 through Monday, Oct. 7.
Excessive Heat Warning Predicts Triple Digit Temps for SCV
Eclipse Theatre LA presents Ray Bradbury’s "Something Wicked This Way Comes," an adaptation of the classic novel by the legendary science fiction and horror author, on select dates in October in Old Town Newhall.
‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ at The Main
October is National Women's Small Business Month and to celebrate Los Angeles County Fifth District Superviser Kathryn Barger honored three Fifth District small business owners at the Board of Supervisors meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Barger Honors Posh Sweets During Women’s Small Business Month
Dr. Jason Wright, an astronomy and astrophysics professor at Penn State, will present “Intelligent Ways to Search for Extraterrestrials” at the College of the Canyons Fall 2024 Star Party on Friday, Nov. 1.
Nov. 1: COC 2024 Fall Star Party at Canyon Country Campus
The city of Santa Clarita will present the cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show weekend showings from Friday, Oct. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway, Saugus, CA 91350.
Oct. 25-27: Rocky Horror Picture Show Weekend Showing at the Centre
The Santa Clarita City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 8, in open session beginning at 6 p.m.
Oct. 8: Council to Hold Public Hearing on Tesoro Del Valle Project Changes
Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger recently honored Donna Deutchman, the retired Chief Executive Officer of Homes 4 Families, a non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to helping veterans and their families attain affordable housing
Barger Honors Retired CEO of Homes 4 Families
The award-winning Hart High School dance team is hosting a youth clinic on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2-4:30 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The event is open to boys and girls ages 4-18 and no previous dance experience is required.
Oct. 12: Hart High Dance Team Hosts Youth Clinic
The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk has announced voters can expect to start receiving their ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election in the mail within the next few days.
L.A. County Issues Vote by Mail Ballots
The United States Department of Justice has announced federal and local law enforcement have arrested 42 members and associates of the SFV Peckerwoods, a San Fernando Valley-based white supremacist street gang, on a 76-count federal grand jury indictment.
Canyon Country Woman Charged in Federal Indictment
The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra presents "Young Stars and Old Masters," Sunday, Oct. 13 2-4 p.m. at Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, 19300 Nadal St., Santa Clarita, 91351.
Oct. 13:  Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra ‘Young Stars, Old Masters’
1900 - Pico oil driller Alex Mentry (as in Mentryville) succumbs to typhoid fever at California Hospital in Los Angeles [story]
Alex Mentry
The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced its 14th annual Salute to Patriots event, as the business community comes together to salute veterans for leadership in the business community and their dedicated service to America.
Nov. 7: Salute to Patriots Nominations Now Open
The family of Los Angeles County Sheriff Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer in partnership with the American Red Cross presents the Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Memorial Blood Drive on Monday, Oct. 7.
Oct. 7: Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer Memorial Blood Drive
The city of Santa Clarita announces the return of the second annual Pet Adoption Week, Monday, Oct. 7-Saturday, Oct. 12.
City Waives Adoption Fees for Pet Adoption Week
The Sable Movie Ranch, located near the intersection of Sand Canyon and Placerita Canyon Roads has been listed for sale at $35 million.
Sable Movie Ranch Listed for $35M
As fall approaches, the city of Santa Clarita is gearing up for its most anticipated season of the year.
Jason Gibbs | Explore Events at Santa Clarita Community Centers
On behalf of Q2 Solutions, IQVIA Laboratories invites members of the Santa Clarita Valley business community to the Grand Opening ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 9-10:30 a.m.
Oct. 9: Q2 Solutions Grand Opening, Site Tour
California Institute of the Arts has announced the death of Robert J. Fitzpatrick, 84, (1940-2024), CalArt’s second president, who died on Sept. 30.
Robert Fitzpatrick, CalArts’ Second President Dies at 84
For the fifth consecutive time since its formation in 2018, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with a WaterSense Excellence Award.
SCV Water Wins Fifth Consecutive U.S. EPA WaterSense Excellence Award
College of the Canyons women's soccer opened the Western State Conference, South Division portion of its schedule Tuesday, Oct. 1, with a 2-0 victory over visiting Glendale College.
COC Women’s Soccer Starts Conference, 2-0 Over Glendale
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