College Briefs for Feb. 6
February 6, 2025
Cooper named to fall dean’s list at Lawrence Technological University Lawrence Technological University has announced its dean’s list of top scholars for the fall 2024 semester. Among those on the
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Medlin joining HMNH as VP, chief HR officer
February 5, 2025
News release Rian Medlin will join Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital as vice president and chief human resources officer, the hospital announced in a news release. Medlin is replacing longtime
‘FestAbility’ coming to West Creek Park
February 5, 2025
News release The city of Santa Clarita announced that FestAbility, formerly known as the Free to Be Me Festival, is returning for its fourth year. The event, which celebrates Santa
Agua Dulce 3rd-graders connect with Eaton Fire responders
February 5, 2025
News release Third-graders from Alba Romero’s class at iLEAD Agua Dulce recently expressed their gratitude to the first responders who battled the devastating Eaton and Palisades fires in California.
Laurene Weste | Stepping Back into History at William S. Hart Park
February 5, 2025
As a longtime Santa Clarita resident, I believe one of our community’s most important responsibilities is the preservation of our rich history and beautiful open spaces. Located in the heart
The Savvy Senior | Driving with Dementia and Knowing When to Stop
February 5, 2025
Dear Savvy Senior, When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83-year-old father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well. – Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned,
Deadline Friday for Man & Woman of the Year nominations
February 4, 2025
News release Due to the recent disruption of normalcy in business operations because of confusion accompanying massive wildfires in Los Angeles County, the SCV Man & Woman of the Year
COC celebrates first year of Veterans Upward Bound grant
February 4, 2025
News release College of the Canyons has completed the first year of its five-year Veterans Upward Bound grant program. This transformative initiative aims to provide comprehensive support services to eligible
SCV Jewish Community and Friends celebrate Israel
February 4, 2025
Hundreds of attendees gathered at the Centre on Sunday to celebrate Israel with the Santa Clarita Valley Jewish Community and Friends committee. Cheryl Thatt-Burbank, one of the event organizers, the
Grandparents are invited to Valencia Hills’ ‘Grandparenting Summit’
February 4, 2025
For the first time in what is hoped to be an annual event, Valencia Hills Community Church is hosting the Legacy Grandparenting Summit on Feb. 21 and 22, which, according
Magician says his new one-man show is not just fun and games
February 4, 2025
As a boy, he played board games and games in the street with his friends. Sure, he had an Atari 2600 home videogame system like so many kids his age.
Scouting for adventure: Troop 583 hosts a day outdoors
February 4, 2025
Keenan Loftfield woke up Saturday morning with plans to participate in some outdoor activity that would help him make an informed decision. It wasn’t a college or career decision. The
County to host Black History Month events in February
February 3, 2025
Los Angeles County is observing Black History Month with a series of celebrations and events at county parks, including three in the Santa Clarita Valley. According to a county
Holocaust survivor to perform music Wednesday in Newhall
February 3, 2025
Saul Dreier, the sole Holocaust survivor of his family, is scheduled to play his “Survival Through Song” show on Wednesday at the Newhall Family Theatre on Walnut Street in Newhall.
Evacuated animals return to Castaic shelter over weekend
February 3, 2025
The Castaic Animal Care Center is back up and running after animals that were evacuated to the Lancaster shelter due to the Hughes Fire last month returned to Castaic on
Know These 4 Core Factors to Avoid a Heart Health Syndrome
February 2, 2025
In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults is at risk for a newly recognized syndrome that comes from a combination of heart disease, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes and excess
CalArts’ Alumnus Grab Nods this Award Season
February 2, 2025
It’s time for the creative community in Southern California to don their red-carpet gowns and tuxedos and strut their stuff during the annual Hollywood Award season. Hollywood Award season serves
Suspect in custody following knife incident in Stevenson Ranch
February 2, 2025
One male suspect is in custody following reports of a man armed with a knife at the Guitar Center business located on the 24900 block of Pico Canyon Road in
Residents receive free heart screening at Valencia High School
February 2, 2025
As February can often be considered the month of love, it is no surprise that decorative hearts can be seen quite often. Valencia High School, in collaboration with UCLA’s chapter
City hosts discussion on youth substance abuse
February 1, 2025
Parenting for Prevention, a community conversation hosted by the city Monday at Golden Valley High School, tackled the topic of drug and alcohol use, a prevalent issue among communities including