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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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Sen. Steve Knight’s Legislative Update (9-30-2013)
Monday, Sep 30, 2013

Sen. Steve Knight Legislative Update The California Legislature officially adjourned the first year of the 2013–2014 legislative session on Friday, September 13th, 2013. I am proud to say that of the original 15 measures I introduced this year, one has already been signed into law and three bills are...

Brown Signs Knight Bill to Outsource Convicts
Monday, Sep 16, 2013

Sen. Steve Knight [KHTS] – Senate Bill 105 regarding state prison reform, co-authored by state Sen. Steve Knight, R-Antelope Valley, was signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown on Thursday. SB 105 is an alternative to Assembly Bill 109, which has long been a point of contention among state and county...

Local Lawmakers: Fire Fee is an Illegal Tax
Thursday, Aug 29, 2013

George Runner Approximately 1,200 California residents participated in a telephone town hall meeting Wednesday night regarding the controversial California Fire Prevention Fee. It was the largest in a series of regional town hall meetings organized by state Board of Equalization member George Runner...

1000+ Have Signed Up for Tonight’s Tele-Town Hall on Fire Fee
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2013

George Runner [George Runner] – More than 1,000 Californians have registered to participate in a 6 p.m. telephone townhall tonight regarding the confusing and controversial California Fire Prevention Fee. This promises to be the largest in a series of regional townhalls Runner is holding for taxpayers...

Aug. 28: Runner, Knight, Wilk to Talk Fire Fee
Saturday, Aug 17, 2013

George Runner A telephone town hall meeting with local legislators and government officials, for constituents in Fresno, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera and Tulare counties is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 28 and 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by state Sen. Steve Knight, Assemblyman Scott Wilk,...

Knight Honors Ayala, Gracia as Women of Year
Wednesday, Jul 31, 2013

Sen. Knight with Patsy Ayala (left) and Patricia Gracia | Photo: OurValleys.com From State Sen. Steve Knight: I recently hosted a reception to honor the two constituents I chose as the 21st Senate District’s Women of the Year. Patricia Gracia and Patsy Ayala were joined by family and friends for a...

July 19: Sens. Knight, Pavley Co-hosting Grants Workshop
Wednesday, Jul 17, 2013

Fran Pavley California State Senators Fran Pavley & Steve Knight invite you to a Steve Knight Grants Workshop Presenters include: California Air Resources Board, California Natural Resources Agency, Caltrans, the Office of Traffic Safety, and the U.S. Census Bureau Everyone is Welcome! Friday,...

July 25: Knight to Hold 2nd SCV Town Hall Meeting
Friday, Jul 12, 2013

Sen. Steve Knight, R-Antelope Valley, is inviting citizens to join him at a Town Hall meeting in Santa Clarita. This Town Hall will cover all topics concerning his constituents including the Budget, Taxes, Water Issues, Legislation and more.   WHO: State Sen. Steve Knight   WHEN: Thursday,...

Senate Shoots Down Knight’s Gun Bill (Video)
Tuesday, Jul 9, 2013

[Sen. Knight] – Senate Democrats voted against, or opted not to vote on, Senate Concurrent Resolution 49 presented by Senator Steve Knight (R-Antelope Valley), effectively killing the resolution, which would recognize the five-year anniversary of District of Columbia v. Heller. Senators Anderson,...

Protecting A Tremendous State Asset
Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013

Steve Knight An economic sector that provides hundreds of thousands of jobs and generates hundreds of billions of dollars to California’s economy is something we need to ensure remains in our state. The Defense Industry has been a driving force in job creation, economic growth, and national security,...

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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]
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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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