Local polka band to bring Germany with a twist to SCV
September 5, 2024
Robert Todd responded to an ad on Craigslist. A polka band looking to play weekend music at a German restaurant needed a tuba player. Todd got the job, and for
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College Briefs for Sept. 5
September 5, 2024
Worcester Polytechnic students complete intensive research projects At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project that applies science and technology that addresses an important
Laurene Weste | Creating Community at The Roller Rink
September 5, 2024
After being part of the Parks and Recreation Commission in the early 1990s and spending nearly 30 years on the City Council, my life has been dedicated to creating a
Nancy Coulter, 2009 Woman of the Year, dies at 80
September 4, 2024
News release Nancy Pollock Coulter, 80, the 2009 Santa Clarita Valley Woman of the Year and longtime SCV American Cancer Society volunteer, died last week. Coulter, a 56-year resident of
The Savvy Senior | What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
September 4, 2024
Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What
How grandparents help keep America up and running
September 3, 2024
Commentary by Jeff Minick Grandpa and Grandma, Pop-Pop and Nana, Granddaddy and Gran, Abuelito and Abuela, and in parts of the South, Papaw and Mamaw — these titles are badges
SCV residents stay active on Labor Day
September 2, 2024
Recognized annually on the first Monday of September, Labor Day has been a federal holiday since 1882 and is meant to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers,
Valencia by Fivepoint hosts western-themed community gathering
September 2, 2024
Free cowboy hats and inflatable horses on sticks helped guests take in the western-themed Friday Night Happening hosted by Valencia by Fivepoint at “The Porch” in Valencia. The food trucks,
Civil rights activist Dolores Huerta visits Golden Valley
September 2, 2024
“Si se puede, si se puede!” became a chanting echo in the 1970s from the United Farm Workers of America when they fought for higher wages and Cesar Chavez was
Deputies and community members gather for Deputy Jake Kuredjian’s 23rd annual vigil
August 31, 2024
As deputies gathered to commemorate the life of Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian at the intersection of Stevenson Ranch Parkway and Poe Parkway Saturday morning at 9 a.m., loved ones and
The Time Ranger | One Bona-fide, Chicken-Killing Heat Wave
August 31, 2024
Hey saddlepals. Absolute vainglorious weekend in late summer to be having a trail ride through local history’s back canyons. While it’s pleasant in the here-&-now, you might want to take
Robert Lamoureux | Sticker shock on water main replacement
August 31, 2024
Question: We recently discovered we have a galvanized pipe that is going to fail at any time. The line provides water for our landscaping in the front and back of
Faces of the SCV: Art teacher sees the big picture
August 30, 2024
If you saw the way people have responded to him in public, you’d think he was a star. And to many, he is. He’s a longtime area grade-school art teacher.
Battle of Mogadishu survivor speaks at Crossroads
August 29, 2024
Being ready for eternity, not just the enemy — that was the theme of Jeff Struecker’s initial speech given at the Crossroads Men’s Conference at Crossroads Community Church on Saturday.
Annual Evening of Remembrance hosted at Central Park
August 29, 2024
Over the years, more names have been added to the Youth Grove at Central Park in remembrance of those who tragically died young in traffic-related incidents. This memorial serves as
College Briefs for Aug. 29
August 29, 2024
2 local students named to SNHU dean’s list Southern New Hampshire University announced two local students were named to the winter 2024 dean’s list: Jade Johnson, of Valencia, and Hassan
Jason Gibbs | Register Now for the 29th Annual River Rally!
August 29, 2024
“A river is more than an amenity; it is a treasure.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes As fall is approaching, the city of Santa Clarita prepares for one of its popular annual
Carousel Ranch’s Heart returns to SCV
August 28, 2024
Izzy, a 7-year-old girl, hopped onto a horse at Carousel Ranch. She sprawled her arms out, posed and then flipped upside down on the horse, with the help of her
Santa Clarita Runners celebrate 40th Anniversary event with donation to high school teams
August 28, 2024
News release The Santa Clarita Runners Club has continued a long-standing tradition of supporting local high school cross-country teams through its annual Independence Day Classic. This year’s event, which marked
City seeks volunteers for River Rally Cleanup
August 28, 2024
News release Volunteer registration is now open for the 29th Annual River Rally Cleanup and Environmental Expo scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21, from 8 to 11 a.m. This year’s