
College Briefs for March 26
Leib named to Samford University dean’s list Evan Leib, a Christian/religious studies major from Valencia, was named to Samford University’s Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. To qualify for the dean’s list,

Leib named to Samford University dean’s list Evan Leib, a Christian/religious studies major from Valencia, was named to Samford University’s Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. To qualify for the dean’s list,

“Please be a traveler, not a tourist. Try new things, meet new people and look beyond what’s right in front of you. Those are the keys to understanding this amazing world we

News release The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative is scheduled to host a free Easter egg hunt for veterans and their families on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6885, 16208 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country. The family-friendly event

News release Old West Chapter, Order of DeMolay visited the SCV Food Pantry on March 4 to deliver over $140 in donations, according to a news release from the group. The members of this youth

Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve put off making a will for years. What actually happens to my money and property if I die without one? — Getting Old Dear Getting, If you die without

Santa Clarita is made up of volunteers who continuously make an effort in being at the forefront of the community, and on Saturday the Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley saluted volunteers representing 23

News release When Michael Habib isn’t teaching anatomy and physiology at College of the Canyons, he is using his skills and expertise to help audiences around the world see dinosaurs in a new light.

After 30 days of fasting for Ramadan, Muslims around the world gathered for Eid prayer, including residents of the Santa Clarita Valley who added family-oriented celebratory elements to the occasion. Indulging in coffee and doughnuts at the Santa

News release Golden Oak Adult School has announced the upcoming launch of its phlebotomy technician (CPT 1) program, beginning April 1. Offered in partnership with UCLA, this accelerated course is designed to provide Santa Clarita Valley

Question: Hi Robert, thank you for your articles and the information you share — it is so helpful. We’ve been able to save a lot of money by referring to your advice and being able

You might notice that big, huge commercial blue trash bin at the end of the stables. Do drop your excuses about how you need to sleep in and recover from

Superheroes are often a beacon of hope amidst danger — a visualization of power against obstacles. With this in mind, local caregivers and survivors have joined forces to unite and fight for the cause, which

Art surrounds us everywhere in Santa Clarita! I’m spoiled by having the opportunity to view the rotating art exhibits in the First Floor Gallery at City Hall, but I also enjoy taking my wife and kids to walk

News release The California Jaycee Foundation has selected Brianna Bonfiglio, a senior at Golden Valley High School, as one of 11 recipients of its 2026 $1,000 scholarship awarded in February. “The statewide applicant pool

Ness release The Samuel Dixon Family Health Center Inc. is inviting the community to come together for a day of fun, friendly competition and philanthropy at the nonprofit’s fourth annual cornhole tournament, scheduled 11 a.m. Saturday, May

News release The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute announced that Rohan Radharaj, of West Ranch High School, has won the Southern California Regional Invitational of the Ronald Reagan Debate Series, held March 7 at Oaks Christian School in Thousand Oaks.

News release Sen. Suzette Martinez Valladares, R-Acton, announced she has named Jill Mellady of Santa Clarita as the 2026 Woman of the Year for Senate District 23. Each year during Women’s History Month, California legislators

Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? — Almost 80

By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A seniors group said it is forecasting the cost-of-living adjustment for next year’s Social Security payments to remain steady at 2.8% as U.S. officials released the latest

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer The effectiveness of vaccines against influenza dropped during the 2025-26 virus season, officials said on Thursday, about two months after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stopped recommending flu vaccination for all children. Vaccine effectiveness for late 2025 and early 2026 against outpatient visits and hospitalization was pegged at 14% to 48% among children, Dr. Lisa Grohskopf with the CDC’s Influenza Division told a meeting