Read more about the article The Time Ranger | Recalling Mr. Sims, Composer of Hart’s Alma Mater 
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The Time Ranger | Recalling Mr. Sims, Composer of Hart’s Alma Mater 

Hope you time travelers brought along a pillow for your saddle this morn. We’ve an extra-long journey ahead, saddlepals. There’s no time to waste, so let’s giddy-up into a most interesting trail ride into the backcountry of our rich, Santa Clarita Valley history … …

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Read more about the article Robert Lamoureux | In search of bathroom flooring options 
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Robert Lamoureux | In search of bathroom flooring options 

Question: Hi Robert, your article has helped us over the years, time and time again. Thank you for keeping this going. We look forward to reading it and learning new ways to help ourselves with our home. We’ve been able to save a considerable amount of money by learning through your article and then being brave, executing with your direction.   Today we have a question regarding flooring in a bathroom. We installed new flooring in most of our upstairs, using hard wood. We love that but know that bathrooms can be a problem with wood. Could we go with a faux wood in there, now that we are ready to replace the flooring? I know the Pergo-type flooring can have wood looks, we could get to a close match. What are your thoughts on this choice? Thanks for your help.  — Mary and Tom V.  Answer: Mary and Tom, Pergo is an option, though be sure to check on the height difference with your existing wood floor. Transitions can be installed — just make sure that the variance will not be a problem. This goes for all other material possibilities, too. As far as the Pergo itself, I personally prefer a tile product in a bathroom. I like that it is less temperamental with the moisture of a bathroom, and it is much more forgiving with that, in the event there is a leak.   If you were to choose tile as your option, I’d encourage you to go with a slightly textured option, to lessen the slip factor. Smooth tile can be extremely slippery when wet, so be sure to make your choice with this in mind. Best of luck.  Robert Lamoureux has more than 40 years of experience as a general contractor, with separate licenses in electrical and…

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Read more about the article ‘PitchFest’ finale sees student creatives learn to pitch themselves 
From left to right: Tessa McMahan, Emma Hanckel and Joey Ziemba hold checks after winning PitchFest, capping off a 10-week course in marking their creative talents at College of the Canyons on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Susan Monaghan/The Signal

‘PitchFest’ finale sees student creatives learn to pitch themselves 

The problem with being a young creative in the Santa Clarita Valley isn’t a lack of inspiration, resources or mentors.  It’s the missing link between an artist’s ability to make things and to sell what they make, said David Heredia, founder of…

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Read more about the article Sequoia program’s 2 graduates receive a loving send-off 
Sequoia Coordinator Malikah Nu’Man (left) directs graduating senior Carlotta Ayala to head over to receive her diploma from William S. Hart Union High School District trustee Erin Wilson during the Sequoia class of 2026 graduation ceremony on Thursday May 28, 2026 at La Mesa Junior High School. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Sequoia program’s 2 graduates receive a loving send-off 

Two of the Santa Clarita Valley’s graduating seniors have undoubtedly had more said about them than any other member of the class of 2026.   Carlotta Ayala and Val Healey sat to the left of the podium Thursday in La Mesa Junior…

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Read more about the article Castaic celebrates 255 graduates  
Graduating students walk out to "Pomp and Circumstance" during Castaic High School's graduation at College of the Canyons on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/The Signal

Castaic celebrates 255 graduates  

As rain began to sprinkle down Thursday on the guests of Castaic High School’s newest graduating class inside College of the Canyons’ Cougar Stadium, a video played throughout on a massive screen. …

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Read more about the article City Council signs off on budget for new year 
McKenzie Bright, closest to the camera, prepares to give her budget presentation Tuesday. Perry Smith/The Signal

City Council signs off on budget for new year 

After months of meetings and hearings, the Santa Clarita City Council on Tuesday approved its 2026-27 spending plan, which is nearly 5% larger than last year’s, and once again balanced, according to city officials. …

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Read more about the article Driver killed in crash after medical emergency  
The aftermath of a fatal traffic collision that took place on Newhall Ranch Road on Friday May 29, 2026 in Valencia. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Driver killed in crash after medical emergency  

A driver’s medical emergency behind the wheel Friday afternoon is suspected of causing a crash that ultimately killed the driver and left one other injured, a Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station official said Friday evening.  L.A.…

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Read more about the article County breaks ground for Fire Station 46 in Valencia by FivePoint 
Friday officially marked the start construction of Fire Station 46 in Valencia by FivePoint on May 29, 2026. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

County breaks ground for Fire Station 46 in Valencia by FivePoint 

Santa Clarita and its surrounding areas are expanding, and that calls for the addition of more first responders to ensure the safety of the community. Toward that end, work to construct Los Angeles County Fire Department Station…

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Read more about the article 15 accused in $90M Minnesota fraud schemes 
Federal and state officials load evidence into a vehicle as they execute a search warrant at The Original Childcare Center in south Minneapolis on April 28, 2026. Ben Hovland/Minnesota Public Radio via AP

15 accused in $90M Minnesota fraud schemes 

By Janice Hisle Contributing Writer  The Justice Department’s new fraud-fighting unit, formed in April, recently announced its first round of prosecutions in Minnesota: 15 defendants accused of $90 million in fake…

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Read more about the article EU fines Temu $232M for sales of illegal products 
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EU fines Temu $232M for sales of illegal products 

By Chris Summers Contributing Writer  The European Commission has fined Chinese online retailer Temu 200 million euros ($232 million) for failing to do enough to stop the sale of illegal products within the 27-member European…

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Read more about the article Sulphur Springs sets cost ceiling for Skyline Ranch School  
Proposed boundary for the new elementary school going in the Skyline Ranch community. Courtesy of Sulphur Springs Union School District.

Sulphur Springs sets cost ceiling for Skyline Ranch School  

The Sulphur Springs Union School District’s governing board approved a preliminary maximum price for the construction of Skyline Ranch Community School earlier this month.  The contract set the ceiling for the project’s construction contractor, Bernards, at about $38.6 million. A final version of the contract…

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Read more about the article Regulators seek details on $85B rail merger 
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Regulators seek details on $85B rail merger 

By Bill Pan Contributing Writer  Federal regulators have paused the review of Union Pacific’s proposed acquisition of Norfolk Southern, an $85 billion deal that would create the United States’ first transcontinental freight railroad.  Union Pacific’s…

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