By Ken Striplin City Manager In 2015, the City of Santa Clarita took on an aggressive strategic planning process with a goal of effectively prioritizing resources, achieving milestones and maintaining
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer As a kid growing up in California, most of the vegetables I ate, with the exception of steamed artichokes and corn on the cob
At this time last year, Easter, Easter egg hunts and even an Easter Sunday brunch plans were all largely being scuttled due to holiday cancellations because of COVID-19. However, this
After a long year stuck at home, many people are dreaming about when they can travel once again. While counting down the days may feel like torture, planning and booking
A lot can change in 20 years. In the last two decades, the vista from a drive up Interstate 5, for example, has changed from fields of cattle and orchards
Santa Clarita single mother Diana Moreno found herself without income just as she needed it most, when the pandemic closed schools. “I’m a full-time student, but I was working as
Start by combining a 16-ounce package of frozen spinach, cream cheese and garlic in a skillet. Once heated, add mayonnaise, salt, onion powder, chili powder and Italian seasoning. Add in
Easter Sunday dinners are a tradition in many families. In many areas, April weather is warm enough to enable al fresco dining, potentially opening the door for families to celebrate
Coloring eggs is a beloved Easter tradition. Eggs long have been symbols of fertility and rebirth, making them fitting icons for spring. One story links eggs to Easter as well.
For many Christians, modern Easter celebrations would not be complete without bonnets, bunnies and colored eggs. As fun as those components can be, Christianity is at the heart of Easter,
By Pauline Mason Signal Staff Writer Looking for cute or elegant, but very easy and inexpensive ideas for your Easter table? Here are dozens of ideas for great flowers, centerpieces
Researchers still have much to learn about Parkinson’s disease. As researchers continue to work hard in the fight against this disease, the lessons they learn may lead to new, innovative
By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer Make simple no-bake bird’s nest treats with your kids to celebrate spring. Drop peanut M&Ms or natural-looking candy eggs in each one. Or for
By Bill Miranda Santa Clarita City Mayor The Santa Clarita Valley is known far and wide for its rolling hills, with miles of hiking trails that offer picturesque views of
W hether you call it a laundry room, mudroom or something else entirely, that multi-purpose space is likely a hub of activity in your home. For homeowners creating this utility
By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer Gardening can be a fun hobby or a way to make our homes look more attractive. To lower our water bills and help the
Home improvement projects ramp up when the weather warms up, as homeowners channel the rejuvenating feelings of spring and tackle their home to-do lists. Large-scale renovations can greatly affect a
No one is immune to cancer. People of all ages and from all walks of life can be diagnosed with cancer, though it’s important to recognize the tireless efforts of
By Richard Roeper Signal Contributing Writer ‘Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal’ Netflix presents a documentary directed by Chris Smith. Rated R (for some language). Running time: 100 minutes.
Along with warmer weather and blooming flowers, cleaning is another thing that defines springtime. With more than 75% of the United States population participating in some form of spring cleaning