Community

santa clarita valley community news, scv community news, scv community, santa clarita community news, community news in santa clarita, local santa clarita community news, santa clarita community news stories, santa clarita community news

Purple Walk 2026 welcomes hundreds 

Every October, the Child & Family Center’s headquarters becomes a gathering place for unity, support and encouragement during its annual 5K Purple Walk, an event honoring survivors of domestic violence.  On Saturday, more than 300 people were expected to take part in the walk, which aims to raise awareness of domestic violence and promote a safer, healthier community for survivors and children impacted by abuse. 

By addressing the vulnerabilities of a home and making some changes, homeowners can beef up security in no time. Metro Creative Services photo.

Tips to make your home more secure  

A home should be a place of comfort and security. But homes can be targeted by thieves who are eager to make off with people’s hard-earned possessions.  Securing a home

Adobe Stock photo

Pipe patrol: Diagnosing basic plumbing problems 

By Sandy Lindsey Contributing Writer  Prevention is the best medicine, especially when it comes to plumbing. The first step is to inspect the entire house to discover any potential problems before

The big top goes up: Circus Vargas prepares for show in SCV 

Debuting a new show called, “Masquerade,” Circus Vargas set up its notable “big top” tent in the Valencia Town Center parking lot on Thursday.   From Saturday to Oct. 19, residents can watch the show and the various acts

Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library Branch Librarian Alyssa Holzschuh (far left) and Itzel Moreno (far right) participate in all the fun with their students at the 2024 Teen Fan Fest on Friday afternoon. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

City invites teens to FanFest 

News release  The Santa Clarita Public Library invites teens to get their game on at this year’s annual Teen FanFest on Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Santa

College briefs

College Briefs for Oct. 8

Local student graduates from Fort Hays State   Fort Hays State University recognized approximately 1,732 graduates during its spring commencement ceremonies May 15 and 16, at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays.  

Marsha McLean guest commentary

Marsha McLean | Level Up at Teen FanFest! 

Are you a teen? Are you looking for something fun? Well, we are providing a place where you can spend time with friends, explore your interests and simply feel welcome.

Members of the Local Group Astronomy Club of Santa Clarita set up their telescopes on the College of the Canyons Canyon Country campus on Friday night during the 2024 semi-annual Star Party event on November 1, 2024. Trisha Anas/ The Signal.

COC Fall Star Party set for Oct. 16 

News release  College of the Canyons is scheduled to host its Fall 2026 Star Party on Friday, Oct. 16, featuring a keynote presentation by Dave Margrave, chief engineer of the