CDC finds significant increase in invasive strep throat strain in several states 

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer  The frequency of invasive group A strep infections more than doubled over a nearly 10-year period, according to a study published by the U.S. Centers for…

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Revamp Your Home with Expert Construction and Flooring Services in the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is known for its stunning natural beauty, diverse architectural styles, and a climate that demands durable yet stylish homes. Whether you live in Seattle, Portland, or any…

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Read more about the article Valencia High alum Max Homa finishes tied for 12th at the Masters 
Valencia High School alumnus Max Homa watches his tee shot on the 10th hole during the Pebble Beach Pro-Am recently held in Monterey. Photo courtesy of Stanley Elrich.

Valencia High alum Max Homa finishes tied for 12th at the Masters 

Valencia High School alumnus Max Homa finished his sixth career Masters tournament at 4-under par, good for a tie for 12th place and seven strokes behind champion Rory McIlroy.  It…

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Read more about the article Jews and Methodists share in Sunday Passover Seder meal
Attendees follow Rabbi Mark Blazer's "Seder Steps" for the first night of Passover at Valenica United Methodist Church, April 13, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Jews and Methodists share in Sunday Passover Seder meal

Santa Clarita Valley Jewish congregants helped the Rev. John Shaver from Community United Methodist Church of Pacific Palisades after his church burned down in January’s Palisades Fire. Shaver joined many…

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Read more about the article Collodion tintypes take Cowboy Festival down memory lane 
Brandon Schnittker shows off a tintype image during the 29th Annual Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival at William S. Hart Park in Newhall, April 13, 2025. Michael Picarella/The Signal

Collodion tintypes take Cowboy Festival down memory lane 

What started as Brandon Schnittker’s eighth grade history project became his family’s hobby for the next six years and counting.  With their own booth at the 29th annual Cowboy Festival…

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Read more about the article Cowboy Festival blacksmiths hammer out a good time
Wishbone (left) and Manflow (right) play a melody with their hammers at the Cowboy Festival at William S. Hart Park in Newhall, April 13, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Cowboy Festival blacksmiths hammer out a good time

The blacksmiths at the 29th Annual Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival over the weekend at William S. Hart Park in Newhall had continuous lines of people waiting to get inscribed horseshoes. …

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Light shaking reported in SCV after 5.2 magnitude earthquake near San Diego 

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake northeast of San Diego was recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey Monday morning, though there was little to no effect in the Santa Clarita Valley.  The…

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Read more about the article Escape to the Flower Fields of Carlsbad 
The Flower Fields in Carlsbad will be open to the public until May 11, Mother’s Day. Photo Flower Fields.

Escape to the Flower Fields of Carlsbad 

The Flower Fields of Carlsbad are in bloom now and can be visisted from now until May 11. The fields are 55-acres of colorful ranunculus flowers where guests can walk…

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Read more about the article Cool Whip Easter Eggs and Traditional Easter Bread 
These adorable marbled eggs couldn’t be easier to create. Delish.com

Cool Whip Easter Eggs and Traditional Easter Bread 

Forget the store-bought kits — whipped topping and food coloring are all you need to create the coolest Easter eggs possible. These adorable marbled eggs couldn’t be easier to create;…

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Read more about the article Dr. Gene Dorio and Robin Clough | A Caution on Spending Cuts
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Dr. Gene Dorio and Robin Clough | A Caution on Spending Cuts

There is a prevailing belief that government spending is excessively wasteful. Indeed, there may be some truth to this. However, eliminating preventative programs is reckless and could jeopardize American lives.…

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Read more about the article Cowboy Festival serves cobbler, country charm and chatter 
Attendees purchase food and drinks and enjoy the atmosphere during the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival at William S. Hart Regional Park on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Cowboy Festival serves cobbler, country charm and chatter 

By 11 a.m. on Saturday, large groups of people were filing through the front gate of the 29th Annual Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival at William S. Hart Park in Newhall.…

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Read more about the article Deputies detain multiple suspects wanted by LAPD  
Deputies conducted a felony traffic stop on The Old Road Saturday afternoon on April 12, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Deputies detain multiple suspects wanted by LAPD  

Sheriff’s deputies detained several suspects following a felony traffic stop on Saturday afternoon in Valencia possibly connected to a burglary and wanted by the Los Angeles Police Department, according to…

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Read more about the article Photos: ‘Saddle Up Santa Clarita’ art exhibition
Featured artist Georgetta Arison views her “Round him up Cowboy” art piece with other guests at the “Saddle Up Santa Clarita” art exhibition reception held at Santa Clarita City Hall on April 11, 2025 in Valenica, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Photos: ‘Saddle Up Santa Clarita’ art exhibition

The city held an art reception for it's “Saddle Up Santa Clarita” juried exhibition that highlights Santa Clarita’s Western heritage through paintings, photographs and mixed-media works on Friday evening at…

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