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Take a ride in a Mammoth Mountain snowcat for one of the most unique excursions in the Eastern Sierra. Visit one of Mammoth’s most scenic spots, Minaret Vista.

Family Fun Winter Adventures

January 1, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  If the recent 80-degree holiday weather made you long for cooler winter family fun, it’s time to plan a trip to one of many California mountain

Heavenly features 34 miles of groomed trails covering 4,800 skiable acres, making it the largest ski resort in the Lake Tahoe area.

Winter Ski-tastic

January 1, 2023 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  Weather forecasts are encouraging for an improved winter snowpack this season, which means that California ski areas may expect new dustings of fresh powder at higher

Raise your voice and your spirit in this annual holiday tradition at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles that offers fun, cheer and a whole lot of music for the entire family.

Ring in the New Year 2023

December 18, 2022 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  The New Year is almost here. Celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in SoCal style. This year New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday,

SCV Holiday Lights

December 18, 2022 6:00 am

Tours, extravaganzas and super-homes By Jim Walker For many of us, a trip out to view the holiday light displays is a must-do this time of year. And, if possible,

Give Something Different this Year

December 11, 2022 6:00 am

An experience they’ll always remember  By Jim Walker  Recent psychological research indicates that experiences bring more happiness than possessions do. And so, following that thinking, one of this year’s trends

Final Election Results: Updated Monday

December 5, 2022 5:00 pm

Results graphics below. To see all election coverage, click here. Looking for other races? You can view the full California Secretary of State election results here. You can view the

cook chef decorating garnishing prepared meal dish on the plate in restaurant commercial kitchen

Considering a Meal Delivery Service?

November 27, 2022 6:00 am

There’s a lot to consider By Jim Walker Are you tired of your fruits and vegetables going bad before you get around to using them? Or maybe you’re tired of

Julefest in Solvang features thousands of lights illuminating the Dutch village and hundreds of small Christmas trees outside of local businesses.

California Christmas Towns

November 27, 2022 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman One moment you’re basking in the sun, frolicking at pool parties and gasping at the cost of your summer air conditioning bill, the next, WHAM!, you

The Michael Hoefflin Foundation for Children’s Cancer flyer asking for donations for holiday gift baskets.

Holiday Giving in the SCV

November 27, 2022 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  It’s the time of year to count our blessings. For many it’s also the time of year where many people seek to give back to the

Mall evacuated after accidental gunshot

November 26, 2022 8:18 pm

By Signal Staff  An accidental discharge from a firearm alarmed shoppers and merchants at the Westfield Valencia Town Center mall on Saturday evening, but after a brief investigation, deputies from

Tiffany Dumas takes a photo of her family during the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Barnyard Lights Your at William S. Hart Regional Park on Saturday, 121821.

Holiday Fun!

November 20, 2022 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman  It seems as if there aren’t enough days left in the rest of the year to enjoy all the holiday fun scheduled throughout SoCal, especially events

5 Common Black Friday scams and how to avoid them

November 20, 2022 6:00 am

By Polly Percival   Black Friday and Cyber Monday are very enticing days for shopping before the holiday season begins, allowing for discounted prices on favorite products. However, with this encouragement

The Thanksgiving Table

November 13, 2022 6:00 am

By Michele E. Buttelman   Your Thanksgiving table might look slightly different this year. The cost of a traditional home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner has increased significantly from 2021.  The cost of the

Steps to Properly Manage Blood Pressure

November 13, 2022 6:00 am

Nearly half of all American adults have high blood pressure, or hypertension, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of those, about 75% don’t have it under control,