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1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]
Old Newhall Jail


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Vandals Damage Fencing at Castaic High School Construction Site
Saturday, Sep 13, 2014

The construction site where Castaic High School is being built was vandalized Friday night. A vehicle was reportedly used to knock down several access gates that surround the property, said Hart District spokeswoman Gail Pinsker. “We are disappointed to learn of this vandalism on the site of the future...

Newsweek Misstates Hart District’s Poverty, Grad Rates
Thursday, Sep 11, 2014

[KHTS] – Hart district officials are looking to set the record straight after a national news publication incorrectly reported poverty levels, graduation rates and other information in a story listing high schools in various categories. “We do plan to contact Newsweek regarding correction...

Hart District Taking Names for Personnel Commission
Monday, Sep 8, 2014

The William S. Hart Union High School District Governing Board of Education is seeking interested candidates for appointment to the Personnel Commission for the term commencing December 1, 2014. The Personnel Commission consists of three members, one appointed by the Governing Board, one appointed by...

Hart District Recognizes Outstanding Teachers
Friday, Sep 5, 2014

Elizabeth Craig, a Hart @ Home math teacher, was announced as the District Teacher of the Year, by the Hart District Governing Board, at its regular Sept. 3, 2014 meeting. Craig is a founding teacher of Hart @ Home, the District’s independent learning program now serving more than 70 students in...

Saturday: Stomp Grapes, Support Local Schools
Thursday, Sep 4, 2014

[KTHS] – For years, Santa Clarita Valley residents have been rolling up their sleeves and finding ways to support local schools, teachers and students. Now they can roll up their pant legs and get their feet wet from stomping grapes for the same reason. Santa Clarita Valley vintners and friends...

Hart ROP to Offer Program with Forest Service
Wednesday, Aug 6, 2014

[KHTS] – Hart School District officials are set to look at a new “cooperative effort” with the U.S. Forest Service that will enhance the growing number of opportunities for students in the district’s Regional Occupation Program, as well as improve and restore Angeles National Forest trails. “It...

The Move to District Elections | Superintendent Rob Challinor
Thursday, Jul 31, 2014

There are more than 1,000 school districts in California serving approximately 6.2 million students, and each district has a locally elected Governing Board that sets policy for their district. The board’s job is to set policy that is both compliant with all federal and state laws as well as reflective...

School Agency Puts Out a Call for Special-Needs Students
Monday, Jul 21, 2014

The Santa Clarita Valley SELPA actively encourages parents or community members who know of a child (birth to age 22) who may have special needs to contact their local school district office. The Santa Clarita Valley Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) is a consortium of 5 school districts: Castaic,...

Hart Board Makes It Official: District Elections
Thursday, Jul 17, 2014

[KHTS] – A month after they signaled their intent to do so, Hart School Board members voted 4-1 Wednesday to switch to electoral districts. The move was made to quash the threat of a lawsuit by attorneys who’ve sued other local agencies this year, alleging their at-large voting systems disenfranchised...

West Ranch Biz Teacher Attending Summer Financial Seminar
Monday, Jul 7, 2014

Linda Cox, business and economics teacher at West Ranch High School, has received one of 120 nationwide scholarships this summer to study at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. The Wharton School is in partnership with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to host an intensive learning experience...

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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 Sunday, Dec. 28.
Dec. 24-28: 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
Students pursuing an undergraduate degree in water resource-related fields are invited to apply for the 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship, offered by the Association of California Water Agencies in partnership with SCV Water. Applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2026.
SCV Water Announces 2026/27 ACWA Edward G. ‘Jerry’ Gladbach Scholarship
Chloe Auble scored a career-high 40 points and Allie Miller came a rebound away from her first career triple-double as The Master's University Women's Basketball team defeated the Bethesda Lion Angels 125-24 in the MacArthur Center.
Lady Mustangs Break Scoring Records in Win
Vallarta Food Enterprises, headquartered in Santa Clarita, has been ordered by a federal court to comply with subpoenas relating to charges of employment discrimination.
Federal Court Orders Vallarta to Comply with EEOC Subpoenas
Burrtec Waste Industries has partnered with the city of Santa Clarita to establish three convenient locations for residents to recycle real holiday trees this season.
Dec. 26-Jan. 10: Recycle Trees, Wreaths at City Drop-Off Locations
The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa on Wednesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, and is celebrating the program’s 70th anniversary.
NORAD Santa Tracker Celebrates 70th Anniversary
1905 - County buys property to build Newhall Jail (now next to city's Old Town Newhall Library) [story]
Old Newhall Jail
The weather might not be "frightful" yet, but Santa Clarita Valley residents may experience a soggy and cold Christmas Day this year. Rain is expected in the SCV beginning Tuesday, Dec. 23 in the evening and continuing into Friday, Dec. 26
Dec. 22: Burn Ban Day for SCV, Rains Start Dec. 23
1910 - Newhall (Auto) Tunnel opens, bypassing Beale's Cut [story]
Newhall Tunnel
1892 - Benjamin Harrison establishes 555,520-acre San Gabriel Timberland Reserve (Angeles National Forest). First forest reserve in California, second in U.S. [story]
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The Saugus Union School District Governing Board of Trustees elected Matthew Watson as 2026 board president at the Tuesday, Dec. 16 organizational meeting.
Watson Elected SUSD Board of Trustees President
Los Angeles–based painter Jasimen Phillips is a featured artist in the city of Santa Clarita’s “Pop Culture” exhibition, currently on view at the Newhall Community Center through March 25, 2026.
Phillips Examines Evolving Relationship with Technology in Exhibit
The Gibbon Conservation Center in Saugus is requesting donations, including memberships and gibbon adoption sponsorships to reach a matching goal of $15,000.
Gibbon Center Needs Donations to Meet $15K Match
The Santa Clarita Community College District Board of Trustees failed to complete its annual organizational vote to elect a new board president during its meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 17.
COC Board Fails to Elect New President in Deadlocked Vote
There's no better way to celebrate the season than with toys, treats, and rollercoasters. My annual Foster Youth Holiday Party is one of the most special traditions we do each year
Kathryn Barger | Keeping Up With Kathryn
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
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