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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
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Dec. 17: Chapleau, of American Business Machines, to Chair VIA
Thursday, Dec 5, 2013

Chris Chapleau The Valley Industry Association will install its new board of directors for 2014 at its next monthly luncheon Dec. 17 at Valencia Country Club. Alan DiFatta, VIA’s 2013 Chairman of the Board, will present a closing address, and the incoming chairman, Chris Chapleau of American Business...

Nov. 19: Ex-Press Secretary to Laura Bush Joins VIA for Lunch
Sunday, Nov 10, 2013

What: Valley Industry Association’s November Luncheon When: Tuesday, November 19, 2013, 11:45 a.m. Where: Valencia Country Club, 27330 Tourney Road, Valencia BY RESERVATION ONLY – RSVP NO LATER THAN Thursday, Nov. 14   VIA is pleased to announce the November luncheon meeting will provide...

VIA Seeks Sponsors for Educational ‘Connecting’ Activity
Friday, Oct 11, 2013

VIA – CONNECTING TO SUCCESS PROGRAM NEEDS YOUR HELP   The VIA Education Foundation will conduct the 11th annual Connecting to Success event Oct. 17 and Nov. 14.  With the budget issues currently facing California schools, we really need your help more than ever. Business and Individual...

Sept. 27 VIA Luncheon: Tips for Taking Your Business to the Next Level
Friday, Sep 27, 2013

In a competitive business climate, it’s not sales and marketing that matters as much as innovation, according to the speaker for the Valley Industry Association’s Oct. 15 keynote luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club. Dr. Virginia Green is innovation and growth manager for California...

VIA Sept. 17: What Your Business Needs to Know About Healthcare Reform
Wednesday, Sep 4, 2013

While full implementation of the Affordable Care Act is delayed, that doesn’t give businesses a reason to delay in preparing, according to Ross Pendergraft of USI Insurance. USI will present a panel discussion on coming healthcare changes at the next VIA Keynote Luncheon, Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 11:30...

Sept. 27: Special Academy for Aspiring & Established Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2013

The Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) offered at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), hosted by College of the Canyons, and Valley Industrial Association (VIA) will be hosting an Entrepreneur Academy on Friday, Sept. 27. The Entrepreneur Academy is a live, interactive event that will immerse...

BOE Member Runner to Talk Taxes at Next VIA Luncheon
Tuesday, Aug 6, 2013

George Runner Is taxation the way to turn the California economy around? Expect answers to that question when the Valley Industry Association welcomes former state Sen. George Runner to the next Keynote Luncheon, Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 11:45 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club. In 2010, Runner was elected...

July 16: Strategist Mel Abraham to Talk at VIA
Wednesday, Jul 3, 2013

Mel Abraham Entrepreneurs should take note of the Valley Industry Association’s next keynote luncheon, featuring business and success speaker and strategist Mel Abraham, Tuesday, July 16, at 11:45 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club. Abraham is the author of “The Entrepreneur’s Solution: Getting...

June 18: Governor’s Econ. Development Director to Speak at VIA
Wednesday, Jun 5, 2013

Kish Rajan, director of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), is set to discuss California’s business climate, during the monthly Valley Industry Association keynote luncheon, Tuesday, June 18, at 11:45 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club. Rajan’s presentation will...

‘Water Reliability’ on Tap for VIA Luncheon
Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Ed Colley The monthly Valley Industry Association luncheon will be flowing with ideas, as local water board member Ed Colley discusses the need for reliable water, Tuesday, May 21, at 11:45 a.m. at the Valencia Country Club. Colley, a longtime member of the Castaic Lake Water Agency board, will discuss...

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1873 - Vasquez gang raids Kingston in (now) Kings County; ties up townspeople, makes off with $2,500 in cash and jewels [story]
Kingston
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station has issued the following traffic alerts: Due to heavy rains, the westbound right lane is closed on Soledad Canyon Road between Camp Plenty Road and Langside Avenue.
SCV Sheriff’s Station Issues Traffic Alert on Soledad Canyon Road
Fostering Youth Independence’s recent Charlie Brown Holiday party was attended by dozens of local foster youth and their volunteer Allies.
Fostering Youth Independence Hosts Holiday PJ Party
The National Weather Service as issued the following alerts for the Santa Clarita Valley. Flood Watch until Dec. 26, 4 p.m. PST, High Wind Warning until Dec. 25, 3 p.m. PST.
NWS Issues Flood Watch for SCV Through Friday
1852 - Acton gold mine owner & California Gov. Henry Tifft Gage born in New York [story]
Henry Gage
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger is urging residents to remain vigilant as a powerful storm system moves through Los Angeles County, bringing periods of heavy rain and rapidly changing conditions.
Barger Urges Residents to Stay Alert, Follow Evacuation Orders
Thirteen suspects were arrested, and more than $800,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered following a coordinated, multi-agency operation targeting an organized retail theft network operating across Northern California.
CHP Makes Multiple Arrests in Organized Retail Theft Investigation
The California State Transportation Agency today announced a new joint effort by two of its departments, the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol, to curb excessive speeding and prevent deadly crashes.
Pilot Program to Crack Down on Extreme Speeding
The city of Santa Clarita invites the community to heat up the holiday season at the Holiday Spice Salsa Edition on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Canyon Country Community Center, located at 18410 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351.
Dec. 27: Holiday Spice Salsa Edition at Canyon Country Community Center
1965 - Signal newspaper owner Scott Newhall shows up for a duel (of words) with rival Canyon Country newspaper publisher Art Evans, who no-shows and folds his paper soon after [story]
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As winter storms enter Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control urges pet owners to take necessary precautions in light of the significant storms expected to last for five days.
DACC Urges Pet Owners to Prioritize Safety Ahead of Storm
Brayden Miner scored 31 points and Rylan Starr had 24 as The Master's University men's basketball team crushed Bethesda University 145-59 The MacArthur Center.
Season’s Best Offensive Performance Leads TMU Over Bethesda
From surprise Santa arrivals to stacks of gifts waiting for young hands, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley delivered holiday cheer on a large scale this season, reaching hundreds of children and teens throughout the Santa Clarita Valley, including Clubhouses in Canyon Country, Newhall, Val Verde and Castaic.
Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley Spreads Holiday Cheer
Princess Cruises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, embraced a cherished maritime tradition in a uniquely festive way, celebrating a symbolic christening of its Rose Parade float with a ceremonial break of a bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila.
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess Tournament of Roses Float
The Golden Globes have ushered in awards season with the announcement of the 2026 nominees across 28 categories. Among this year’s contenders is Pixar’s "Elio," which earned a nomination for Best Motion Picture – Animated.
CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe
The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather" warning for the Santa Clarita Valley and Southern California.
NWS Issues Flood, High Wind Warnings for SCV, Southland
Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit are asking for the public’s help locating at-Risk missing person Drew Barrick Russell.
LASD Asks for Help Locating Missing Santa Clarita Man
1997 - Five bodies found during grading of Northlake development in Castaic; determined to be Jenkins graveyard [story]
reburial
Old Town Newhall Public Library will host "Spice Travels," Friday, Jan. 2, 9:15-9:30 a.m. at 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321.
Jan. 2: Explore Global Cuisine with ‘Spice Travels ‘ at Newhall Library
The California Highway Patrol encourages the public to “brake” the habit of speeding this holiday season. The CHP will launch a Holiday Enforcement Period starting at 6:01 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25.
Dec. 24-25: CHP Launches Holiday Enforcement Period
Volunteers are needed to help clear brush and restore the tread from the existing lower Gates and Twister trails 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 27.
Dec. 27: Volunteers Needed for SCV Trail Users Workday
Join InfluenceHER's "Redefining Happiness, a Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman," 4-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at the Venue Valencia.
Jan. 16: InfluenceHER- Redefining Happiness, A Candid Conversation for the Modern Woman
The Santa Clarita Public Library system has announced that all library branches will close at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas.
Santa Clarita Public Library Holiday Hours
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