Read more about the article Santa Clarita businesses respond to coronavirus concerns
The Princess Cruise Lines office is located next to the Westfield Valencia Town Center, but it's not considered part of Centennial's new purchase of the mall. Bobby Block/The Signal

Santa Clarita businesses respond to coronavirus concerns

Amid growing concerns about the spread of coronavirus, or COVID-19, local businesses now have to decide the best courses of action moving forward. “These changes will cause real stress, especially…

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Read more about the article Kimberlin Bain — United States Army — Iraq & Afghanistan — Saugus
US Army Veteran Kimberlin Bain holds a spent shell fired from the main gun of an M1 Abrams tank. He served in the military from 1992 until 2018. March 11, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

Kimberlin Bain — United States Army — Iraq & Afghanistan — Saugus

For anyone who has ever known a set of twins, it’s widely believed, whether true or not, that there is some kind of telekinetic bond between them. And when twins,…

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Read more about the article Inclement weather forces athletic cancellations around Santa Clarita
COC's baseball field formed large puddles due to recent spouts of heavy rain in Southern California. // Bobby Block/The Signal

Inclement weather forces athletic cancellations around Santa Clarita

Multiple high school sporting events were canceled this week due to reasons not related to COVID-19. Rainy weather conditions wreaked havoc on fields and created difficult travel conditions for prep…

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Read more about the article District schools and Boys & Girls Club to remain open
Students at an elementary school in Santa Clarita walk to their classrooms on the first day of school in Aug. 2017. Katharine Lotze/The Signal

District schools and Boys & Girls Club to remain open

Local public schools and the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley will remain open amid a statewide recommendation against assemblies of 250 people or more. Because school districts…

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Read more about the article Rain causes dozens of SCV traffic collisions, second storm on its way
A single vehicle swerved across multiple lanes on Interstate 5 before completely overturning Thursday. Bobby Block / The Signal

Rain causes dozens of SCV traffic collisions, second storm on its way

Rainy weather has been responsible for an uptick in traffic collisions this week in Santa Clarita, and meteorologists believe a second storm is already on its way. A single vehicle…

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Read more about the article Coronavirus: Mayor to address local updates Friday
Santa Clarita City Hall, as pictured on February, 26, 2020, is located on the 23900 block of Valencia Blvd. Dan Watson/The Signal

Coronavirus: Mayor to address local updates Friday

With California releasing its latest guidelines regarding the coronavirus, Santa Clarita Mayor Cameron Smyth is expected to make a public announcement on Friday to address the city’s efforts.  Council members…

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Read more about the article TMU discussing option to move online for classes
The Master's University recently rebranded its gym floor with new graphics, logos and game lines.

TMU discussing option to move online for classes

The Master’s University is expected to release a statement later today announcing the campus will move classes online in an effort to limit visitation on campus. “We’re taking additional action,”…

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Read more about the article Henry Mayo: No confirmed cases of coronavirus at hospital
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital.

Henry Mayo: No confirmed cases of coronavirus at hospital

Despite rumors circulating on a number of social media platforms, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital officials are confirming there has not been a confirmed case of coronavirus at the hospital as…

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Read more about the article SCV law enforcement, first responders deal with coronavirus threat
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SCV law enforcement, first responders deal with coronavirus threat

While no confirmed cases of COVID-19 have yet been reported in Santa Clarita, local law enforcement officials and first responders are taking steps to mitigate potential exposure. Los Angeles County…

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Read more about the article COC to suspend in-person classes for spring semester
The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons.

COC to suspend in-person classes for spring semester

College of the Canyons announced Thursday it will cancel classes on March 18 and 19, as well as transition in-person classes to online formats for the duration of the spring…

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Read more about the article Superintendents to discuss coronavirus concerns
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Superintendents to discuss coronavirus concerns

Superintendents from all five school districts in the Santa Clarita Valley are expected to hold a meeting today at noon to discuss how to move forward with growing coronavirus (COVID-19)…

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Read more about the article State, county health officials suggest statewide ban of large gatherings
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State, county health officials suggest statewide ban of large gatherings

State and county public health experts have suggested that gatherings of 250 people or more be canceled or postponed for the coming weeks.  This suggestion is in effect until at…

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Read more about the article Locals produce musical remembering St. Francis Dam disaster
Producers Jerry Danielsen, left, and Braddon Mendelson work on their musical, "The Water Way" in their Canyon Country studio on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. Dan Watson/The Signal

Locals produce musical remembering St. Francis Dam disaster

As local residents commemorate the 92nd anniversary of the St. Francis Dam disaster, two Santa Clarita residents are finding their own way to remember the historical moment with their musical,…

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Read more about the article Canyons Aquatic makes history at CA/NV Speedo Sectional Championships
The Canyons Aquatic Swim Club earned Bronze Medal Status in the USA Swimming Club of Excellence Program after nine swimmers qualified for the Junior National Championships in late December. Photo courtesy Kevin Nielsen/Canyons Aquatic

Canyons Aquatic makes history at CA/NV Speedo Sectional Championships

Canyons Aquatic Club made history at the four-day California/Nevada Speedo Sectional Championships in Carlsbad, CA on Feb. 27 - March 1. A few days before the meet Kevin Nielsen, the…

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