COC holds pinning ceremony for nursing grads
December 23, 2025
College of the Canyons honored 58 graduates from the Registered Nurse Class of 2025 during a pinning ceremony at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center on Monday, Dec. 8. The
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Seventh-grade teacher’s classes write novels for second graders
December 20, 2025
Katherine Solomon’s second grade students at Emblem Academy wrote a book review on the books they received from Caroline Regan’s seventh grade class at Rio Norte Junior High School. Courtesy of Katherine Solomon.
The Time Ranger | Wishing You Saddlepals a Most Merry SCV Christmas
December 20, 2025
Before we head off through a time vortex draped by tinsel and mistletoe, I doff my oversized O’Farrell and offer a humble thank you. There are Santa Claritans I have known for
Terry Mattingly | ‘Old Christmas’ in the Southern Highlands
December 20, 2025
Candles in farmhouse windows can shine a long way on dark nights in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This light was especially symbolic at Christmas, when settlers in frontier Appalachia — many of
Robert Lamoureux | Looking for proactive options on older home’s roof
December 20, 2025
Question: Good evening, Robert. I bought an older home in Valencia several years ago and, at the time, the inspection report said the roof was still in good condition, though not new.
Photos: CBS hosts Hanukkah kick-off
December 19, 2025
Congregation Beth Shalom hosted a community-wide Hanukkah kick-off party on Sunday night, the first night of Hanukkah. The event featured a menorah lighting, music, latkes and an “ugly Hanukkah sweater” contest. The community’s
Newhall church to host 20th ‘Festividad for Christ’
December 19, 2025
News release A two-decade Christmas tradition continues on Saturday when Faith Community Church welcomes hundreds of neighbors for its 20th annual “Festividad for Christ” celebration. “Hosting our 20th annual Festividad is truly a blessing for
Barger hosts holiday celebration for foster youth at Magic Mountain
December 18, 2025
News release Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger welcomed hundreds of children and families on Saturday as she hosted her annual Foster Youth Holiday Celebration at Six Flags Magic Mountain. The long-standing
College Briefs for Dec. 18
December 18, 2025
Bodily named to Eastern Oregon University dean’s list Eastern Oregon University named 611 students to the dean’s list for the 2025 spring term, including Eldred Bodily, of Santa Clarita, majoring
Patsy Ayala | Giving an EBike? What to Know …
December 18, 2025
This season is one of the most joyful and meaningful times of the year, when we celebrate, spend time with loved ones and surprise someone special with a gift they’ve been dreaming about. As
Mall invites community to donate coats for families in need
December 17, 2025
News release The Valencia Town Center is inviting the community to help local families stay warm this season by participating in the nationwide One Warm Coat “Share the Warmth” campaign, sponsored locally by Centennial, the firm
Sierra Hillbillies to host post-New Year’s square dance
December 17, 2025
News release The Santa Clarita Sierra Hillbillies Club invites the community to its “New Year’s After Party” square and round dance on Sunday, Jan. 4. Paul Waters will be the caller from 2:30 to 5 p.m., calling social square dance and plus tips. Also,
The Group SoCal celebrates first year with donations to charities
December 17, 2025
News release The Group SoCal, a local nonprofit real estate organization, recently celebrated the end of its first year by giving back to two local charities, the group announced in
HMNH employees support 42 families through Helping Families Program
December 17, 2025
News release Every holiday season, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital employees provide support to local families through the William S. Hart Union High School District’s annual Helping Families Program. This year, Henry Mayo
Photos: SCV Youth Orchestra
December 17, 2025
The Santa Clarita Valley Youth Orchestra held its Annual Children’s Concert on Dec. 6 at the Canyon High School Performing Arts Center. Before guests could interact with performers throughout the show
COC hosts Kwanzaa celebration
December 16, 2025
The College of the Canyons Intercultural Center and Umoja Community hosted a Kwanzaa celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 3. The free event, which drew more than 100 attendees, featured a performance by
The Time Ranger | A KKK Oilman & the Pre-Christmas Gentleman Bank Robber
December 13, 2025
Before we start out, just a reminder for you truly efficient and capable people riding with us today: There are just 377 shopping days until Christmas 2026. Phew. Glad we got that obligatory
Robert Lamoureux | ‘Winter’ pool care questions in the SCV
December 13, 2025
Question: Hello Robert, I love reading the articles you write. I’m a first-time homeowner with a pool and have already learned a lot from reading your information. My question is about the pool. Do I need to cover it in the winter months?
Mark Blazer | A reminder of when courage shines brightest
December 13, 2025
In the first weeks of 2025, our Southern California community endured a devastating loss. The fires that swept across our region — unpredictable, fast-moving, and ferocious — have left families displaced, homes destroyed, and neighborhoods forever changed.
College Briefs for Dec. 11
December 11, 2025
Braun awarded degree from Miami University Evan Braun, of Valencia, was among nearly 4,800 students from Miami University who received degrees during the spring commencement held on May 17. Braun graduated with