American Cancer Society celebrates 40 years of Relay for Life
January 30, 2025
News release “Decades of Hope” is the theme for the American Cancer Society’s 27th annual Relay for Life of Santa Clarita Valley, to be held on May 3 at Central
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Trade groups sue US government over medical bill credit reporting ban
January 27, 2025
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Two trade associations have filed a lawsuit against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau over a recent rule that prohibits medical debt reporting in credit reports. On
HMNH/Keck physician named co-chair of ACS Breast Cancer Roundtable team
January 27, 2025
News release Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and Keck Medicine of USC breast surgical oncologist Dr. Amanda Woodworth has been appointed co-chair of the American Cancer Society’s National Breast Cancer Roundtable
Photos: SCAA “Signature You” art show
January 25, 2025
The Santa Clarita Artists Association opened the 2025 year with their first art show titled “Signature You” featuring 20 local SCAA artists on a recent Saturday evening at the 6th
Tiny living, big dreams: Finally Family Homes debuts 2nd tiny home
January 20, 2025
Living on your own for the first time can feel like a mix of excitement and freedom but also comes with a newfound responsibility. One learns to live daily life
One woman’s grief to harmony
January 18, 2025
Judy Unger was 15 years old the first time she picked up a guitar and wrote her first original song, titled “You’re Not the One” following a recent breakup. Years
Study: Common sleeping pill potentially linked to Alzheimer’s
January 14, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A study published this week suggests that a common sleeping medication, zolpidem, may disrupt the brain’s ability to “cleanse” itself during sleep, potentially raising the risk
Surgeon general calls for cancer warning labels on alcohol
January 13, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer Outgoing U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory that alcohol consumption could lead to a risk of developing cancer, calling for an updated warning
Child & Family Center offers resources for families impacted by fires
January 10, 2025
News release As Southern California communities face the devastating effects of wildfires, Child & Family Center stands ready to provide vital resources and support for parents and caregivers navigating these
Action Drug Rehab partners with Valencia Hills for faith-based program
January 10, 2025
There are no bad people out there, only people who make bad choices, said Cary Quashen, founder of Action Drug Rehab in Santa Clarita. On Thursday afternoon at Hope Center
Repeated Acetaminophen use may not be as safe as previously thought
January 6, 2025
By Jack Phillips Contributing Writer A study in the United Kingdom found that “repeated doses” of acetaminophen for people aged 65 and older may lead to health complications. University of Nottingham
How SCV’s flying mammals play a crucial role in the ecosystem
December 23, 2024
Bats are not blind, or only live in caves and suck blood, as pop culture has led us to believe. But they do serve as nature’s silent pest control and
LEGO helps break down boundaries between midwifery and medical students
December 23, 2024
By Lily Kelly Contributing Writer A recent study from Flinders University discovered that toys such as LEGO can be an effective tool for breaking down the professional barriers between midwifery and
Photos: CHLA blood drive
December 20, 2024
The Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles held a blood drive in the parking lot of the Santa Clarita City Hall on Friday with a special visit from Makana, one of
Photos: ‘Nature’s Beauty’
December 19, 2024
Artist and musician Elizabeth Kim, a local woman born in Korea had her original artwork featured in an exhibit titled “Nature’s Beauty” with a reception open to the public providing
West Ranch Cross Country hosts inaugural 5k Run and Walk fundraiser
December 16, 2024
Over 100 people woke up early in the morning on Saturday to participate in the West Ranch Cross Country team’s inaugural community 5k Run and Walk titled “Home for the
Louisiana reports its 1st probable bird flu case among humans
December 16, 2024
By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer Louisiana has detected the state’s “first presumptive positive human case” of bird flu infection and advises citizens to avoid contact with infected animals. The potentially flu-infected
Spreading holiday cheer through SCV
December 13, 2024
Santa Clarita Valley residents have illuminated their homes with colorful lights and festive decorations to welcome visitors to come by to share in the holiday spirit. The most popular holiday
2024 Home Tour gathers community support for cardiovascular program
December 13, 2024
Guests and local dignitaries attended the 2024 Holiday Home Tour Gala and Boutique to support Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and raise funds for the Roberta G. Veloz Cardiovascular Center last
Photos: Ugly Sweater Square Dance
December 13, 2024
The Sierra Hillbillies Square and Round Dance Club invited the community to its ugly sweater-themed square dance last Sunday at the Valencia United Methodist Church. Attendees were encouraged to wear