Local singer Stina releases first single
February 17, 2020
Stina learned firsthand how isolating Hollywood can be behind the glitz and glam. But instead of just moping about it, she turned her experience into art.
Community Stories
Community Stories
First Newhallywood Silent Film Festival in Newhall
February 15, 2020
To shed light on the creative industry in Newhall, the Newhallywood Silent Film festival debuted this weekend by showcasing different silent films alongside a variety of workshops. The festival was
Family keeps up smiles for Sarah
February 14, 2020
While Saturday is a day to support children with cancer as Feb. 15 is International Childhood Cancer Day, for the Donegan family, it’s something they do every day. Kathleen and
County allocates funds to help those affected by power shut-offs
February 13, 2020
To provide assistance to residents who were affected by power shut-offs, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a grant Tuesday that would allow the county to prepare,
Life lessons from the kitchen
February 13, 2020
Though the master chef at Bella Cucina Italian Restaurant, Luca Luca Toumadi, considers his kitchen a fun one, he still compared an internship with him akin to going through military
Making a ‘Major Impact’ on adults with disabilities
February 12, 2020
Max Parrish has been acting for more than a decade, playing notable roles, like Mufasa in “Lion King,” Darth Vader in “Definitely Not Star Wars” and Sebastian in “Magical Waters,”
Senior center creative writing class promotes bonding and individuality
February 12, 2020
Every Monday, Teri Crane hosts a creative writing class at the senior center. During the class, Crane, who took over teaching the class five years ago after she retired and wanted to use her master’s degree in writing, teaches a lesson about the craft of writing then suggests a topic and has the group write for about 20 minutes.
Women’s Conference returns to SCV
February 11, 2020
College of the Canyons has announced the return of its annual Women’s Conference to take place on March 21 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Dr. Dianne G.
A few of the SCV’s most romantic restaurants
February 11, 2020
If you’re like 70 million other Americans, you’re probably planning to spend Valentine’s Day at a restaurant this year. The National Restaurant Association found that about 30% of consumers will
Child & Family Center to host annual Night of Expressions
February 11, 2020
In recognition of Teen Dating Awareness Month, the Child and Family Center is hosting its free annual “A Night of Expressions” 6 p.m., Feb. 20 for teens to express what
Local couple runs all over the world
February 10, 2020
For local runners Paola and Phil Howard, running has not only taken them all over the world, but it has also provided them with a family here in Santa Clarita.
It’s time to ‘Spread the Sparkle’
February 9, 2020
Tinnley Reese Harmon was a happy, healthy 1-and-a-half-year-old. But, while on a family vacation in November 2017, the Harmons took Tinnley to the emergency room, where they ultimately discovered that
Community makes valentines for ‘Hometown Heroes’
February 9, 2020
To appreciate the “Hometown Heroes” in Santa Clarita, Prayer Angels for the Military hosted their 16th annual Hearts for Heroes program Saturday afternoon, where children and their families made valentines
Cost of raising a child reaches nearly a half-million
February 9, 2020
With three children who each play a different sport, Santa Clarita couple Pearl and Jason Jones are very familiar with the growing costs associated with raising a child. “Yes, raising
Sherwoods share their stories
February 9, 2020
Everyone always asks Canyon Country resident Rocky Sherwood if he was named after the movie. “No, I was 10 when that movie came out in 1973 — that movie is
CalArts alum nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards
February 7, 2020
California Institute of the Arts alum Sergio Pablos could possibly take home an Oscar at the 2020 Academy Awards in the category of Best Animated Feature for his animated film
L.A. County hosts artwork competition to celebrate 19th Amendment
February 7, 2020
To commemorate the centennial celebration of the 19th amendment, the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture is hosting an artwork competition, in which artists can submit their art
CalArts to take over Troubadour for Soundstream 2020
February 7, 2020
On Monday, CalArts students will perform at the legendary West Hollywood nightclub for the Soundstream 2020 showcase concert. From electronica to goth rock to Afropop by individual student artists and bands, Soundstream will showcase the talents of NMND, Tauri, My Boyfriend, Bridgette Blank, Skullmatter, Vicken Hovsepian, Makalo, Bart Tholamew and J.Lyn.
Bob Comer — U.S. Air Force veteran — Valencia resident
February 7, 2020
While growing up, Bob Comer was easily bored when it came to schoolwork, and didn’t take it seriously. “I wasted a lot of time,” he said. “I didn’t grow up
Going above and beyond the call of duty
February 5, 2020
In his 36 years as a firefighter, Capt. II Rick Godinez has seen it all — from natural disasters to the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. From his roles