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That next-level love of baseball

The Ogrin family loves baseball. It’s apparent through brothers Scott and Sean Ogrin’s dedication and passion to the sport over the course of their early teenage years and into their

Village Idiot: The baggage game

I paid $70 to check two bags on a recent flight so I would be baggage-free. It was worth $70 not to watch after two bags while using the restroom

Best soups in the SCV

When it’s cold and rainy outside, what really hits the spot? Soup, of course. It’s got everything you need in one hot, steamy bowl of goodness. If you don’t have

Creating community through a shared story

Creating connections is an essential element of creating community — having the chance to share ideas, dive deeper into topics and open your mind to possibilities not previously considered. What

Kevin MacDonald: In service of SCV’s seniors

Kevin MacDonald, executive director of the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center, has a passion for people. MacDonald was born in Mountain Lakes, N.J., the third of seven children. His father

The connection between eating, energy

The connection between energy and eating is significant. A healthy diet and approach to eating can vastly improve energy levels, while a poorly planned diet that lacks nutrition can contribute

Calendar of Events: March 3rd – 16th

Mondays, 10 a.m. Join Barnes & Noble every Monday morning at 10am for a special Toddler Storytime at the Children’s Stage. Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita. Info:

The Village Idiot: The taxman cometh…

Sometimes, I wonder how they pay their taxes in different countries. In Russia, two big, burly guys probably knock on your door and say, “Give us all the money you

Musical on menopause to hit The Canyon

The Canyon Santa Clarita is hosting a performance that might be a bit more relatable to women than men next month. “Menopause The Musical” will play at The Canyon Santa

Safety first when selling your home

When selling your home, there are certain safety guidelines that should always be followed to keep yourself and others safe. Valuables Don’t forget to take your keys, credit cards, jewelry,

Wrestling with preconceived notions

Priscilla Ramirez never envisioned herself wrestling. She always considered herself “super girly,” and left the sport to her sister. But, on Feb. 22, Ramirez concluded her prep wrestling career with

Sharing the challenges of chess

Chess, often referred to as “the game of kings,” is a centuries-old game enjoyed by people of all ages. Expert ranked chess player Jay Stallings has made it his mission

Interior Design, By Ken Dean

Interior design and space planning go hand-in-hand. When people mostly think about the elements that go into creating the interior design of a room, they most likely think of color,

Plan your escape to see the big trees

We used to go camping every summer in our 1963 Wheelcamper, inherited from my husband’s parents. We wanted to show our daughter the natural wonders of California and beyond. Among

Early Spring Festival Fun

Spring is around the corner, just weeks away and now is the time to mark your calendars for festival fun. There are Scottish games, a celebration of whales and, if

Home Improvement

Question  No. 1 Hi Robert, I’m an avid reader of your article though I don’t live in the area. My daughter does live in town and when I visit on

Cooking for your furry friends

When I adopted my dog Melvin in 2014, he was 9 years old and appeared to be in great health, except for some dental issues common to smaller breeds. A