Jim McGuire makes masterpieces in wood
July 7, 2019 6:00 am
Jim McGuire makes unique and beautiful fretwork using the most surprising of tools, a scroll saw. Each of his works is crafted by hand. “I hear people say, ‘Oh they
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Destination: Out of this World
June 30, 2019 11:30 am
The summer “con” season is upon us. It’s time to gather, cosplay and enjoy the company of like-minded fans. Many people have heard about San Diego Comic Con, the annual
Holly Schroeder — Growing business in the SCV
June 30, 2019 11:00 am
Holly Schroeder was named president and CEO of the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation in 2013. The nonprofit SCVEDC, which was established in 2010, works to attract new businesses
Amazing California bridges
June 30, 2019 6:30 am
California has some of the most iconic bridges in the United States, and the world. Today we take most of them for granted as we drive over them. Everyone knows
Behind the Scenes in Santa Clarita
June 23, 2019 4:00 pm
Managing a family-run movie ranch might sound like a dream job. However, for Steve Arklin, Jr., ranch manager of Rancho Deluxe in Sand Canyon, the responsibility also comes with long
Take a walk through historic Broadway
June 23, 2019 3:30 pm
I worked for nearly 20 years in downtown Los Angeles. From 1977 to 1996 I commuted to Second and Spring streets. During those years, I never really understood the scope
Historic eateries around Santa Clarita
June 23, 2019 3:00 pm
When my husband and I first moved to the Santa Clarita Valley in 1978 we quickly adopted Cal Islands as our “special occasion” restaurant. It was a magical place with
Learn about our neighbor to the north: Canada
June 23, 2019 9:30 am
Canada, our neighbor to the north. It’s just like the United States, right? Except with stranger money. Well, not exactly. Many visitors are surprised when they get to Canada that
School’s out for summer!
June 16, 2019 2:30 pm
For many Santa Clarita Valley parents, the end of the school year is a time of dread. What are you going to do to keep the kids entertained and out
Carrie and Manuel Lujan
June 16, 2019 2:00 pm
Santa Clarita Public Information Officer Carrie Lujan recently had an interesting day at work. Lujan was called to the scene of a wayward bear in a Valencia neighborhood and watched
Visit the Broad Museum for free
June 16, 2019 11:00 am
Eli and Edythe Broad have been involved in the Los Angeles art community since they arrived in Southern California in 1963. Eli Broad is the founding chairman of the Museum
Visit the natural wonders of California
June 16, 2019 9:30 am
Why does anyone travel? To learn about our world? To experience places and people different from our usual day-to-day life? To see something new? To revel in the unique and
Capt. Lewis is passionate about family, job and the SCV
June 9, 2019 2:30 pm
Robert Lewis was named captain of the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station on April 4, 2017. He replaced Sheriff’s Capt. Roosevelt Johnson who was promoted to commander. Lewis is a
Spelunking California’s cool caves and caverns
June 9, 2019 2:00 pm
California spends a lot of time, and money, bragging to the outside world about its giant trees, miles of beaches and “must see” theme parks. However, there’s one natural wonder
Spent some quality time with dad catchin’ fish
June 9, 2019 8:30 am
Many dads like to fish. If you have a “fishing father” consider taking him out on a special daddy-son or daddy-daughter fishing excursion. Make sure you have your fishing licenses
What’s Happening in the SCV
June 2, 2019 3:30 pm
It’s a busy time in the Santa Clarita Valley. The end of the school year is in sight and summer is on the horizon. Graduations and Father’s Day (June 16)
Ted Dayton: Artist in Action
June 2, 2019 1:00 pm
When Sand Canyon resident Ted Dayton first attended college, he realized he didn’t have a clue about what to study, or what he wanted to do with his life. He
June is National Camping Month
June 2, 2019 10:00 am
My daughter still talks fondly about the camping trips we took when she was a child. Now in her 30s, her favorite memory is of the time a blue jay
Learn About the Philippines
June 2, 2019 8:30 am
The Philippines is officially the Republic of the Philippines located in Southeast Asia. The country includes roughly 7, 641 islands with an area of 120,000 square miles and approximately 100
Celebrate dad with these fun adventures
June 2, 2019 8:00 am
Father’s Day, June 16, is on the horizon. What are you doing this year to celebrate and thank “Dad” for all he does? Buy him a tie? Take him to