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1772 - Spanish Capt. Pedro Fages arrives; camps at Agua Dulce, Castaic, Lake Elizabeth, Lebec, Tejon [story]
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West Nile VirusThe Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District has confirmed 34 additional mosquito samples that tested positive for West Nile virus.

West Nile virus is endemic to Los Angeles County, and warm temperatures can increase virus activity and mosquito populations. Visit VectorSurv Maps or WestNile.ca.gov for a comprehensive look at this year’s West Nile virus activity throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California.

Join Mosquito Watch to access online tools and resources such as the DIY Mosquito Source Checklist or request door hangers to be distributed in their community at MosquitoWatch.org.

Mosquito control is a shared responsibility and residents must take an active role in reducing the threat of mosquitoes and mosquito-transmitted diseases in their neighborhoods by taking the following steps:

–Eliminate standing water in clogged rain gutters, rain barrels, discarded tires, buckets, watering troughs or anything that holds water for more than a week.

–Ensure that swimming pools, spas, and ponds are properly maintained.

–Change the water in pet dishes, birdbaths, and other small containers weekly.

–Request mosquitofish from your local vector control district for placement in ornamental ponds.

–Wear EPA-recommended insect repellent when outdoors where mosquitoes may be present.

–Report neglected (green) swimming pools in your neighborhood to your vector control district.

Year to date includes community, date first detected and number of positive cases:

Arleta 7/15/2022 3
Artesia 7/26/2022 2
Bellflower 6/2/2022 4
Canoga Park 8/4/2022 1
Cerritos 7/26/2022 2
Downey 8/3/2022 2
Eagle Rock 8/3/2022 1
Elysian Valley 7/31/2022 1
Encino 7/14/2022 4
Glendale 7/20/2022 1
Granada Hills 6/28/2022 8
Hacienda Heights 6/30/2022 4
Hawaiian Gardens 7/29/2022 2
La Habra Heights 7/27/2022 2
La Mirada 8/9/2022 2
Lake Balboa 6/30/2022 3
Long Beach 7/29/2022 2
Los Angeles City 8/4/2022 1
Los Feliz 7/19/2022 1
Mission Hills 7/15/2022 2
North Hills 7/13/2022 3
Northridge 6/30/2022 5
Norwalk 7/12/2022 3
Pacoima 8/12/2022 1
Panorama City 6/28/2022 7
Pico Rivera 8/9/2022 1
Porter Ranch 7/28/2022 1
Reseda 7/14/2022 3
Rowland Heights 7/27/2022 3
San Fernando 7/29/2022 1
San Marino 7/1/2022 6
Santa Fe Springs 7/26/2022 4
Signal Hill 7/14/2022 1
South El Monte 7/13/2022 2
South Whittier 7/26/2022 2
Studio City 8/11/2022 1
Tarzana 7/28/2022 1
Valley Glen 8/11/2022 1
Valley Village 8/11/2022 2
Van Nuys 7/13/2022 5
Whittier 6/30/2022 7
Winnetka 8/4/2022 2
Total # of Positive Mosquito Samples This Year 110

2022 WNV+ Dead Birds

City/Community Date of First Detection  Positives
Bellflower 7/22/2022 1
Cerritos 8/9/2022 1
Glendale 7/26/2022 1
Northridge 7/1/2022 1
North Hills 5/26/2022 3
Norwalk 7/11/2022 1
La Cresenta-Montrose 6/7/2022 1
Panorama City 7/14/2022 1
San Marino 7/28/2022 2
Sherman Oaks 7/18/2022 2
Whittier 8/12/2022 1
Total # of Positive Dead Birds this Year 15

 

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LOS ANGELES COUNTY HEADLINES
Friday, Mar 6, 2026
The California Department of Public Health is urging the public to avoid contact with dead or distressed marine mammals and wild birds along the California coast after H5N1 bird flu, also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza, was confirmed in weaned northern elephant seal pups at Año Nuevo State Park in San Mateo county.
Monday, Mar 2, 2026
Starting Tuesday, March 3, Placerita Canyon Natural Area and Nature Center will have updated summer operating hours.
Friday, Feb 27, 2026
Caltrans has announced overnight lane reductions and ramp closures along Interstate 405 (I-405) through the Sepulveda Pass for electrical work. The work will start after 9 p.m. Monday, March 2 and will end by 6 a.m. each morning to Saturday, March 7.
Thursday, Feb 26, 2026
Eligible low- to moderate-income California households who lived in areas affected by the 2018 wildfires may qualify for up to $350,000 in homebuyer assistance through the ReCoverCA Homebuyer Assistance Program, administered by the Golden State Finance Authority.
Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Major Crimes Bureau Cargo Criminal Apprehension Team Detectives conducted a search operation in Ontario on Wednesday, Feb. 18 investigating cargo theft.

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The California Department of Public Health is urging the public to avoid contact with dead or distressed marine mammals and wild birds along the California coast after H5N1 bird flu, also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza, was confirmed in weaned northern elephant seal pups at Año Nuevo State Park in San Mateo county.
CDPH Urges Public to Avoid Sick, Dead Marine Mammals, Birds Along California Coast
The Placerita Canyon Nature Associates and County of Los Angeles Parks and Recreation will host a special Discovery Days event 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, March 14 at the Acorn Amphitheatre at the Placerita Canyon Natural Area and Nature Center.
March 14: Discovery Days at Placerita Canyon Nature Center Acorn Amphitheatre
Rancho Camulos Museum in Piru will present a special program, "After the Break," on Saturday March 14 at 1 p.m. The event will include a presentation by historian Ann Stansell, who explores the lasting impact of the 1928 St. Francis Dam collapse and the 1963 Baldwin Hills Dam failure.
March 14: Rancho Camulos Presents St. Francis, Baldwin Hills Dam Disasters
The Dumas-Stenson Thespians will present "We, the Women," Thursday, March 26 through Sunday March 29 at the MAIN.
March 26-29: ‘We, the Women’ presented by the Dumas-Stenson Thespians
Child & Family Center has been recognized with a 2026 Silver Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health, well-being and prevention.
Child & Family Center Earns 2026 Silver Bell Seal by Mental Health America
Samuel Dixon Family Health Center, Inc. hosted its inaugural Crab Fest on Saturday, Feb. 28, bringing together community members, leaders, and supporters for an evening of food, fellowship and philanthropy.
SDFHC Hosts Successful Inaugural Crab Fest Fundraiser at Elks Lodge
In every community, there are moments when people pause, turn the page together and discover something larger than themselves. A story has the power to spark conversation between neighbors, connect generations and transform quiet reading into a city experience.
Laurene Weste | Read Along with This Year’s One Story One City
Foothill League softball begins next week.
Here Comes Softball
Agua Dulce Winery will host a sound bath event, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m., Saturday, March 21.
March 21: Sound Bath Event at Agua Dulce Winery
Foothill League baseball games will get started in earnest next week.
Get Ready for Foothill League Baseball
<strong>1772</strong> - Spanish Capt. Pedro Fages arrives; camps at Agua Dulce, Castaic, Lake Elizabeth, Lebec, Tejon [<a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part09.html" target="_blank">story</a>]<br> <a href="https://scvhistory.com/scvhistory/signal/reynolds/part09.html" target="_blank"> <img src="https://scvhistory.com/gif/mugs/pedrofagest.jpg" alt="Pedro Fages" style="margin-top:6px;width:110px;border:0;"> </a>
Lucky Luke Brewing in collaboration with Color Me Mine will host a St. Patrick's Day themed mug painting class "Pints & Paints," Thursday, March 12 6-9 p.m.
March 12: Color Me Mine ‘Pints & Paints’ at Lucky Luke Brewing
The Santa Clarita Artists Association will host its general meeting at the Old Town Newhall Library Community Room on Monday, March 16, 6-7:30 p.m.
March 16: SCAA General Meeting, Live Demonstration
Pocock Brewing Company will host a St. Patrick's Day Festival, "Irish Fest," noon-10 p.m. Saturday, March 14 and noon-9 p.m. Sunday, March 15.
March 14-15: ‘Irish Fest’ at Pocock Brewing Company
College of the Canyons baseball opened up Western State Conference, South Division play with an 11-4 home victory over West L.A. College at Mike Gillespie Field on Tuesday, March 3.
Cougars Open Conference Schedule 11-4 Over West L.A. College
College of the Canyons softball scored its go-ahead run in the third inning, then held on the rest of the way for 2-1 victory over Moorpark College at Whitten Field on Tuesday, March 3.
Cougars Get Back in Win Column 2-1 Over Moorpark College
College of the Canyons men's golf won its second consecutive Western State Conference tourney with an eight-stroke victory at Cypress Ridge Golf Club on Monday, March 2.
Canyons Stacks Second Conference Victory at Cypress Ridge
Spring is a season of new beginnings, longer days and renewed energy.
Bill Miranda | Spring into The Cuuuuube, Keep Santa Clarita Moving
Hannah Ulibarri placed third and Wes Opliger finished in fourth as The Master's University golf teams competed in the RMC Intercollegiate in Lake Las Vegas, Nev. March 3-4, with the men finishing in fifth and the women in sixth.
TMU’s Ulibarri Places Third at RMC Intercollegiate
Wednesday, March 4, the opening day of the 2026 NAIA Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Championships, was a massive success for The Master's University swimmers competing in the first four relays of the four-day event held in Elkhart, Indiana.
First Day of Swim Nationals puts Four TMU Relays on Podiums
The Master's University beach volleyball team dominated in the sand on Wednesday, March 4, defeating No. 5 Hope International 5-0 at the TMU Beach Volleyball Courts.
Mustangs Sweep Royals on Beach
In celebration of Earth Day, the city of Santa Clarita invites residents to take part in the annual Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, April 25 from 8-11 a.m. Online registration is required and opens March 6.
March 6: Registration Opens for Earth Day Neighborhood Cleanup
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free, two-part webinar as part of the Veterans, Military and Spouses Series on Thursday, March 12 from 1-3:15 p.m.
March 12: Free, Two-Part Business Webinar in Veterans, Military, Spouses Series
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