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Nothing says fair food like a hot and crunchy corn dog. Photo Pixabay.

Celebrate Summer — Its Fair Time! 

July 20, 2025 9:35 am

There’s just something magical about a county fair, it could be the exhibits, the rides or the fried food, but a county fair is always part nostalgia and part carefree

You’ll be able to find a variety of menu selections at Food Truck Saturdays in Santa Clarita. Trucks gather on Carl Boyer Drive in Saugus 5-8 p.m. ©AdobeStock

Celebrate SCV and California Food Trucks 

July 13, 2025 10:22 am

The concept of mobile food vending has a long history. If you think about it, wasn’t a chuck wagon just a non-motorized food truck? For many years food trucks were

What’s better than watching Shakespeare outdoors? Watching it for free. ©ADOBESTOCK

Free Summer Shakespeare and More 

July 6, 2025 8:24 am

It’s officially summer and Southern California has more entertainment options than you have time. Enjoy some of these unique and fun entertainment options.  Aug. 1-2, 4  Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival 

Can you have chickens in Santa Clarita? We found the places to ask those types of questions. ©ADOBESTOCK

Can I Have Chickens in Santa Clarita? 

July 6, 2025 8:21 am

Many homeowners who live in the city of Santa Clarita often have questions about what is, and what is not permissible to do on their property. One of the hottest

Residents gather for the Santa Clarita Valley Fourth of July Parade in Newhall on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Planning your Fourth of July in the SCV 

July 2, 2025 3:18 pm

Fourth of July 2025 will offer a full day of events in the Santa Clarita Valley, from the annual parade in the morning to fireworks viewing parties in the evening,

Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in a scene from " Jurassic World Rebirth.” Photo Jasin Boland/Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.

Summer Movie Time 

June 29, 2025 10:16 am

Remember when summer movies were an important part of your summer entertainment? Who can forget some of the summer blockbusters of the past? How many of these classic summer blockbusters

Start your Independence Day celebrations at the Rotary Club’s annual pancake breakfast in Newhall. PHOTO BY KATHERINE QUEZADA / THE SIGNAL

Celebrate the 4th of July 

June 22, 2025 8:32 am

Fourth of July 2025 will be a great day to celebrate our nation’s 249th birthday. It’s time to celebrate the founding of our country with a parade, a backyard BBQ,

Cataracts are a cloudiness in the lens of the eye mostly associated with aging due to normal eye changes that begin to happen after age 40.

What to Know About Cataract Surgery 

May 25, 2025 12:28 pm

As we age one of the consequences we may encounter, especially in the sunny Santa Clarita Valley, is the need for cataract surgery. It’s hard to come to grips with

World War II Radar Station B-71 was disguised as a farm. PHOTO CREDIT LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

Little-Known California Travel Destinations 

May 18, 2025 10:29 am

California has a host of iconic locations we’ve all traveled to, probably more than once. In addition to the many iconic California landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Yosemite National Park

Beer fest or fair food? What’s your choice?©ADOBESTOCK

It’s California Fair and Festival Time 

May 18, 2025 10:18 am

Summer is calling, it’s time to plan your California fairs and festivals fun. California is home to more than 3,000 festivals and fairs annually. There are festivals for just about

The Rose Bowl will play host to six FIFA Club World matches this summer from June 15 through July 25 with some of soccer’s most prominent clubs. PHOTO CREDIT FIFA and ADOBESTOCK

What’s New in  SoCal

May 11, 2025 8:49 am

Southern California is always buzzing with new attractions, events, shows, music, restaurants and more. It’s hard to keep up with all that there is to do in our own backyard. 

Candlelight Concerts will be held throughout the spring and summer at venues throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Photo Fever.

Magnificent Music 

May 11, 2025 8:45 am

Music is in the air throughout Southern California and the Santa Clarita Valley. Enjoy these unique and popular musical experiences.  Candlelight Concert Series  Info feverup.com/en/los-angeles  The Candlelight Concert series has a

Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch with a view at Perch in downtown Los Angeles. Photo Perch LA.

Create New Mother’s Day Memories 

May 4, 2025 11:02 am

Mother’s Day 2025 will fall on Sunday, May 11. No one will ever love you like your mother. Show your mom why she is the most important and special woman

Opened to the public in 2009, Fort Ord Dunes State Park provides nearly 1,000 acres dedicated to public land with beautiful views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. ©ADOBESTOCK

This Spring Explore Monterey County 

May 4, 2025 10:53 am

The most popular tourist experiences in Monterey County include the shops at Cannery Row, the links at Pebble Beach, cruising the scenic 17-Mile Drive, exploring the rugged coast of Big

Cannonball in San Diego offers a spectacular beach view along with cocktails, sushi and an Asian-fusion menu. Photo Courtesy Cannonball

Remarkable Rooftops in Southern California 

April 20, 2025 8:46 am

Enjoy a true Southern California lifestyle experience with breathtaking views from some of SoCal’s most impressive rooftops. This list spotlights the most unique rooftop bars, restaurants and attractions, with tips

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 

April 13, 2025 10:37 am

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