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1997 - Santa Clarita City Council adopts initial Newhall Redevelopment Plan [story]
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Ken Striplin | Thankful for Our Nonprofits
Monday, Nov 25, 2024

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” ― Winston Churchill The Thanksgiving holiday is all about gratitude. Being thankful for what we have and all the blessings we have in our lives. Here in Santa Clarita, we are fortunate to have much to be thankful for. We live...

Animal Control Limits Operations Thanksgiving, Black Friday
Wednesday, Nov 23, 2022

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control announced they would be limiting operating for two days during the Thanksgiving weekend. Care centers for the department have limited operations on Thanksgiving day, Nov.24 and Black Friday Nov. 25. Care Centers will not be accepting visitors...

American Red Cross Reminding Families to Practice Thanksgiving Fire Safety
Thursday, Nov 17, 2022

Thanksgiving is one of the country’s top days for cooking fires and the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region encourages family chefs to follow simple steps to prepare the holiday feast safely. “Home fires are a real threat over the holidays and represent most of our disaster responses in Los...

Public Health Shares Safe Food Preparation Tips for the Holidays
Thursday, Nov 25, 2021

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health shared how to avoid foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, with families celebrating during the holiday season. Raw or undercooked meats including turkey, chicken, beef and lamb can contain bacteria such as Campylobacter, Salmonella or E. coli,...

Samuel Dixon Family Health Center Shares Thanksgiving Dinners to Families in Need

Just in time for this Thanksgiving holiday, Samuel Dixon Family Health Center, Inc., in partnership with Christy Smith and Grocery Outlet, donated turkeys, mashed potatoes, corn, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, green beans and additional non-perishables for their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Event on...

CHP to Kick off Maximum Enforcement Period During Thanksgiving Weekend
Tuesday, Nov 23, 2021

The California Highway Patrol reminds everyone to put safety ahead of turkey and trimmings this Thanksgiving as it kicks off its annual Maximum Enforcement Period beginning Wednesday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 28. During the Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP), all available CHP officers will be on...

Nov. 7: HOPE Theatre Arts to Present Live Storytime Event in Canyon Country
Tuesday, Oct 19, 2021

HOPE Theatre Arts announced a live, in-person and free storytime event on Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2:30 p.m. at The Open Book in Canyon Country. About HOPE’s Storytime Event: With stories for the young and the young at heart, HOPE is pleased to present three stories: – Thank You, Sarah – The Woman...

DMV Reminds Californians Online Services Available During Holiday
Tuesday, Nov 20, 2018

SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is reminding customers that two of the busiest days at field offices are the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Monday after the holiday. “We recommend customers use our alternative services or pick a different day to visit a field...

Le Chene Invites Residents to November Celebrations
Thursday, Oct 18, 2018

Le Chene French Cuisine has announced that they will be hosting two special events coming to you in November. In celebration of the arrival of the new wine of the year, Le Chene will be hosting a Beaujolais Nouveau dinner on Thursday, Nov. 16 starting at 7:00 p.m. This special celebration, which is...

CHP Enacting ‘Maximum Enforcement Period’ Thanksgiving Weekend
Monday, Nov 21, 2016

Millions of Californians will travel the road this Thanksgiving holiday weekend to visit with family and friends and while this time of year is usually full of joy, it can be one of the deadliest on our roadways. To help motorists avoid tragedies, the California Highway Patrol, or CHP, will have all...

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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved the appointment of Sarah Mahin as the first director of the new Department of Homeless Services and Housing, the county’s consolidated department focused on homelessness solutions.
Board of Supervisors Appoints First Director of Homeless Services and Housing
The Castaic Union School District Governing Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, July 10 at 6 p.m. The board will first meet in closed session at 5 p.m.
July 10: CUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons is presenting three free webinar workshops on July 10, hosted by PCR Business Finance.
July 10: Small Business Week Workshops
1997 - Santa Clarita City Council adopts initial Newhall Redevelopment Plan [story]
El Trocadero restaurant
Deputies from the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station will be at Dick’s Sporting Goods 2-4 p.m. Thursday, July 10 for Coffee with a Cop.
July 10: Coffee with a Cop at Dicks Sporting Goods
Santa Clarita Valley BandsCast will host a sneak preview of the SCV BandsCast Pirate Stage 6 p.m. Sunday, July 13 at Eighth & Rail.
July 13: SCV BandsCast Sneak Preview Pirate Stage
ARTree has announced it has three volunteer positions available for its board.
Board Positions Available at ARTree
The city of Santa Clarita and Green Santa Clarita want you to be aware of Plastic Free July, a global movement that encourages millions of people to be part of the solution to plastic pollution.
Plastic Free July Challenge in Santa Clarita
California State University, Northridge, and Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation will present "Splash in the Water" at Castaic Lake, a free boating and water safety event for children ages 7-14. The program runs on Fridays beginning Friday, July 11 through Aug. 15.
July 11: ‘Splash in the Water’ at Castaic Lake Begins
For Fiscal Year 2025-26, the Measure E Low-Income Senior Exemption Form, along with any necessary attachments, must be submitted via U.S. mail and postmarked by Monday, July 14.
July 14: Deadline for Measure E Tax Exemption Form
Each summer, families, friends and neighbors from across Santa Clarita eagerly await the return of a cherished tradition, an evening under the stars filled with live music, laughter and community spirit.
Ken Striplin | A Community-Favorite Tradition Returns to Central Park
The city of Santa Clarita Film Office has released the list of five productions filming in the Santa Clarita Valley for the week of Monday, July 7 to Saturday, July 12.
July 7-12: Five Productions Filming in SCV
1949 - Incorporation of Castaic Saddle Club; holds rodeos near future Castaic Lake (lower lagoon) [story]
1850 - Town founder Henry Mayo Newhall arrives in California to look for gold [story]
Henry Newhall
Gunsmoke BBQ & Beer in Santa Paula has announced its summer event series, “Backyard Smoke & Sound” will kick off on Saturday, July 26.
July 26: Gunsmoke BBQ & Beer Will Host ‘Backyard Smoke & Sound’ Series
Experience and explore the outdoors with overnight camping, offering an unforgettable adventure in some of Los Angeles County’s most beautiful parks, including Castaic Lake.
Summer Camping Fun at L.A. County Parks
Beginning this past February, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, Office of the State Fire Marshal, initiated the roll out of its 2025 Recommended Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps for Local Responsibility Areas throughout the State of California.
July 22: L.A. County Public Hearing on Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps
The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in special session at 5:30 p.m. and in regular open session at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8 at Santa Clarita City Hall. Among the items the council will consider is Mayor Pro Tem Laurene Weste's request to remove Planning Commissioner Denise Lite.
July 8: City Council Meets to Consider Removal of Planning Commissioner
1914 - Rev. Wolcott H. Evans, the future "pastor of the disaster," named pastor of Newhall's First Presbyterian Church [story]
church
The Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade started promptly at 9 a.m. with thousands of spectators lining the parade route which began at the Newhall roundabout and continued down Main Street through Old Town Newhall.
SCV Fourth of July Parade Announces Trophy Winners
1932 - Robert Poore wins the greased pole climbing contest and $2.50 at Newhall's July 4th celebration [story]
4th of July Parade
Looking for when a specific entry in the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade will make its way down the parade route?
Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade Lineup
ARTree Community Arts Center still has spots available for its "My Heart is Talking" workshop, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 8.
July 8: ARTree ‘My Heart is Talking’ Workshop
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger has issued a statement reflecting on the upcoming six-month anniversary of the Eaton Fire, which devastated large portions of Altadena and destroyed nearly 7,000 residential and commercial units.
Kathryn Barger | Eaton Fire Recovery Six-Month Anniversary
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