Troop 2222 celebrates two decades
December 18, 2025
Celebrating two decades — or 20 years — since its establishment, one could think that “2” is a lucky number for Troop 2222. Focusing on building character, leadership and even producing 78
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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
Toy company makes major delivery to SCV Boys & Girls Club
December 17, 2025
It’s the season of giving, and the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley James T. Ventress Clubhouse got an opportunity to share the holiday magic on Wednesday with a large donation of toys. The SCV Boys
Resident creates browser recap add-on for Firefox
December 17, 2025
Imagine a world of “Spotify Wrapped,” but for your browser. In an effort to create an add-on for Mozilla Firefox, that’s what local resident and recent California State University, Monterey Bay graduate, Taimur
SCV Compassionate Friends holds 24th annual candlelight remembrance
December 17, 2025
The Santa Clarita Valley Chapter of The Compassionate Friends hosted its 24th annual Candlelight Remembrance Program for children, grandchildren and siblings who were taken too soon at BethlehemSCV on Sunday evening. The evening featured a walkway
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
From waste to resource: Valencia Water Reclamation Plant hosts public tour
December 17, 2025
Ever wondered where “waste” goes after it is flushed down the toilet? On a recent Saturday, the Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District, part of the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, held a tour at the Valencia Water Reclamation Plant to show members of the
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
The Savvy Senior | Tips and Tools for Adapting to Vision Loss
December 17, 2025
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good resources or products that can help seniors with severe vision loss? My wife has diabetic retinopathy, and it’s gotten worse over the past year. — Need
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
JCI volunteers give kids in need Christmas gifts and an activity-filled day
December 16, 2025
https://youtu.be/a0TwuCbewEw The College of the Canyons University Center saw hundreds of families pass through its doors on Saturday, drawn by toys — and a visit from Santa Claus. Hundreds of kids lined up at a single desk in the University Center lobby
Photos: Grace Baptist Church Christmas concert
December 16, 2025
Grace Baptist Church hosted its annual Christmas concert with the theme this year being “God With Us” on Sunday evening. The orchestra and various choirs performed Christmas music for the
Local school districts to hold organizational meetings
December 15, 2025
Local school districts are set to have their organizational meetings this week to choose the new governing board officers for 2026. The Saugus Union School District is set to have its organizational meeting on
Combat Radio hosts 15th annual Christmas event at Salt Creek Grille
December 15, 2025
Combat Radio recently hosted its 15th annual Christmas event to help children experiencing homelessness or other difficulties at Salt Creek Grille. This year’s event had about 300 children who got to experience the “magic” of the event, said organizer Ethan Dettenmaier.
Clint Lilley wins award at Los Angeles film festival
December 15, 2025
Clint Lilley, son of stuntman Jack Lilley, has continued the family legacy in the entertainment industry after winning “Best Western Film,” and other awards for his film at the Independent Shorts Awards in Los Angeles in October. Lilley’s short film “The Geisha