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Brianna Brandy Millard Smith’s Happy Children Memorial Scholarship Fund hosted a barbecue fundraiser in front of the Green Valley Market in Green Valley earlier this month. Courtesy photo.

BBMS Happy Children Memorial Fund holds barbecue fundraiser

Brianna Brandy Millard Smith’s Happy Children Memorial Scholarship Fund held its third annual “Poppies Are Blooming BBQ Fundraiser” in front of the Green Valley Market in Green Valley recently to…

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Read more about the article <strong>Valencia boys’ volleyball survives Laguna Blanca, advances to QFs</strong> 
Valencia opposite hitter Leo Sangthongkum (21) and middle blocker Dylan McFatridge (53) go up for a block against Villa Park opposite hitter Ben Coty (2) during the second set of Thursday's playoff match on April 25. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Valencia boys’ volleyball survives Laguna Blanca, advances to QFs 

A long drive on Saturday for Valencia Vikings boys’ volleyball for their CIF Southern Section Division 4 second-round matchup in Santa Barbara ended with a thrilling victory.  The Vikings (22-13)…

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Read more about the article <strong>Valencia softball goes back-to-back</strong> 
The Valencia softball team celebrates winning the 2024 Foothill League title. Photo courtesy of Valencia softball.

Valencia softball goes back-to-back 

For the first time in six years, Valencia Vikings softball defended its title and won consecutive Foothill League crowns.  Valencia (20-4, 12-0) capped a perfect season in league play last…

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Read more about the article <strong>West Ranch volleyball onto QFs, sweeps North Torrance </strong> 
West Ranch celebrates a point during the end of the third set of the boys volleyball playoffs at West Ranch High School on Saturday, April 27. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

West Ranch volleyball onto QFs, sweeps North Torrance  

Another strong all-around team showing powered West Ranch boys’ volleyball to a playoff win.   The Wildcats blocked, served and passed well in Saturday’s Division 4 second-round matchup with the visiting…

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Read more about the article Man gets suspended sentence for selling marijuana to minors 
Pictures of the evidence seized by deputies were posted to the station’s Facebook page after Christian Navarro's arrest. Courtesy

Man gets suspended sentence for selling marijuana to minors 

A man caught selling marijuana to local junior high school students by Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies received a suspended sentence and credit for time served, according to a…

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Read more about the article When bears are spotted 
Local residents get a glimpse of the wild California Black Bear napping on a tree on the 27570 block of Violin Canyon Road in Castaic on Monday. 042924 Katherine Quezada/The Signal

When bears are spotted 

The Santa Clarita Valley was visited Monday by a frequent seasonal visitor in the spring, the California black bear.  Tim Daly, information officer for the South Coast and Inland Deserts…

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Hart school board to select superintendent search firm 

The governing board of the William S. Hart Union High School District is scheduled on Wednesday for the second time to select a search firm tasked with finding external candidates…

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Read more about the article Triumph Foundation holds 11th annual Wheelchair Sports Festival
The Triumph Foundation held its 11th Annual Sports Festival aimed to encourage individuals of all ages to participate in wheelchair sports such as Rugby, Basketball, Fencing, and many more on Sunday at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. 042824 Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Triumph Foundation holds 11th annual Wheelchair Sports Festival

Wheelchair-bound athletes and sports enthusiasts were given a chance to shine during the Triumph Foundation’s 11th annual Wheelchair Sports Festival held in the Santa Clarita Sports Complex gymnasium Saturday and…

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Read more about the article Officials respond to bear sighting in Castaic tree 
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station and the Department of Fish and Wildlife are at the scene of a bear sighting in Castaic that started drawing a small crowd Monday morning. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Officials respond to bear sighting in Castaic tree 

By Perry Smith and Katherine Quezada A pair of Department of Fish and Wildlife officials steered a black bear from a tree outside a Castaic apartment complex Monday, using bursts…

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How Silk Pillowcases Enhance Comfort During Movie Nights with Industrial LED TVs

In the realm of modern entertainment, the concept of the home theater has evolved dramatically. No longer confined to bulky screens and uncomfortable seating, today's home theaters combine cutting-edge technology…

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Read more about the article Now is the time to plant those summer flowers
Years of unceasing drought brought many a perennial flower garden to its knees in the Santa Clarita Valley. But the past few years of bountiful rain makes one’s gardening heart flutter with possibilities.

Now is the time to plant those summer flowers

April showers bring May flowers, or so the saying goes. Years of unceasing drought brought many a perennial flower garden to its knees in the Santa Clarita Valley. But the…

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Read more about the article Best sports for older adults, according to experts
It doesn’t matter if you’re a duffer, terrible putter or serial slicer. The beauty of golf is in spending time outdoors, hitting a few nice shots and getting a bit of exercise, all while enjoying the pleasure of good company.

Best sports for older adults, according to experts

By Robby Brumberg  Forbes Health  The joy of playing sports may seem like a young person’s game. But why should they have all the fun — not to mention all…

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Read more about the article David Hegg | From Competition to Collaboration
David Hegg is senior pastor of Grace Baptist Church and a Santa Clarita resident. "Ethically Speaking" runs Saturdays in The Signal.

David Hegg | From Competition to Collaboration

By David Hegg As Americans, we thrive on competition. Our economy is built on it, our love for sport demands it, and our addiction to winning depends on it. We…

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Read more about the article <strong>Beautify the neighborhoods: Santa Clarita celebrates Arbor Day </strong> 
City Council members and local Girl Scout Troops plant a brand new fern pine at Valencia Heritage Park to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday morning after the Neighborhood Cleanup event. 042724 Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Beautify the neighborhoods: Santa Clarita celebrates Arbor Day  

Local volunteers and residents woke up early Saturday morning to be of service in their neighborhoods for the annual “Neighborhood Cleanup” and a tree planting ceremony celebrating Arbor Day hosted…

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