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“Shared Skies,” drawn by Fiona Currie, a homeschooled 12th grader in Palmdale.

Whitesides announces winners of Congressional Art Competition 

News release  Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, has announced the winners of this year’s Congressional Art Competition, themed “The Future I Want to See.”  The following students from the 27th Congressional District were selected

"Dinner at Sunset" by Victoria Kubasak.

SCAA to present ‘Freshly Squeezed’ 

News release  Art lovers are invited to experience the bright, refreshing energy of “Freshly Squeezed,” a colorful group exhibition celebrating the sights, flavors and spirit of the season, according to a news release from the Santa Clarita Artists Association.  Featuring artwork inspired by citrus fruits, sunshine and the vivid palette of summer, the exhibit will be on display from June 18 through July 19 at the SCAA Gallery in Old Town Newhall.  A special opening reception is scheduled to be held on Saturday, June 20, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering guests the opportunity to meet participating artists, enjoy live entertainment and experience the exhibition in a festive community atmosphere, the release

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Local author to host book event for ‘Vasquez’ 

News release  A book event is scheduled to be held at noon Saturday for local author Rick Avery’s new book, “Vasquez,” a fictional novel inspired by famed bandit Tiburcio Vasquez.  The event is to be held at Barnes & Noble, 23630 Valencia Blvd.,

Buckets of popcorn were set up for attendees to grab at the first City Cinemas event of the summer at Bridgeport Park in Valencia, Friday, June 27, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

City Cinemas to return June 26 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita is rolling out the big screen once again for City Cinemas, screening movie favorites at several local parks throughout the summer.  City Cinemas is a free

RagDolls: Tribute to Aerosmith close out the night of performances during the 35th year celebration of Concerts in the Park at Central Park on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Summer Concerts in the Park to return July 11 

News release  The city of Santa Clarita’s hometown-favorite Concerts in the Park series makes its return to Central Park (27150 Bouquet Canyon Road) for its 36th summer of nights filled with live music,

West Ranch outfielder Bret Potter (44) slides to steal second base in the sixth inning of the 2023 CIF Southern Section Baseball Championships at West Ranch High School in Valencia, Calif., on Friday, May 5, 2023. West Ranch won 6-5 and move on to the next round. Chris Torres/The Signal

Potter, West Ranch alum, named D3 All-American 

News release  Lewis & Clark College baseball junior Bret Potter became the second player in program history to be named an All-American during the Division III Era last week, when D3baseball.com announced its All-American

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SCV LGBTQ Center to host Santa Clarita Summer Games 

News release The Santa Clarita Valley LGBTQ Center is scheduled July 18 to host the Santa Clarita Summer Games, a community-wide celebration of athleticism, inclusion and pride.  The event at Newhall Park is planned to

Being a first-generation college student at College of the Canyons has been both exciting and nerve-wracking for Shauntell Lowe, according to a news release from the community college, which held its graduation ceremony last week. Courtesy photo.

First-gen student recounts path to COC graduation 

News release  With the help of Umoja, mentors and her own persistence, Shauntell Lowe rose from uncertainty and housing instability to reach graduation with hope and determination.  Being a first-generation college

Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, recently celebrated the students across California’s 27th Congressional District who received appointments to military service academies and preparatory schools.  Courtesy photo.

Whitesides hosts send-off ceremony for service academy appointees  

News release  Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, recently celebrated the students across California’s 27th Congressional District who received appointments to military service academies and preparatory schools.   At the send-off ceremony held in Lancaster, the congressman spoke alongside Col. Thomas M. Tauer,  412th

Mercedes-Benz of Valencia recently presented a $4,600 donation check to Carousel Ranch, a local nonprofit that provides equestrian therapy and workplace training for developmentally disabled children and adults.  Courtesy photo.

Mercedes-Benz dealer presents $4,600 donation to Carousel Ranch 

News release  Mercedes-Benz of Valencia recently presented a $4,600 donation check to Carousel Ranch, a local nonprofit that provides equestrian therapy and workplace training for developmentally disabled children and adults.   The $4,600 donation was generated

The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry recently provided kitchen staples to wellness and resource centers in the William S. Hart Union High School District. Courtesy photo.

SCV Food Pantry partners with Hart district to support student wellness 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry recently provided kitchen staples to wellness and resource centers in the William S. Hart Union High School District, aiming to ensure that students and families facing food insecurity have access to nutritious options during

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Chamber invites community to Business Expo 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend the 2026 Business Expo on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Valencia Town Center.  “As the largest business showcase in the Santa Clarita Valley, the Business Expo will bring together more than 100 local businesses and nonprofits for an exciting evening of discovery, networking, community engagement and fun,” said a

Politics and government

Schiavo’s AI workforce protection bill passes Assembly  

News release  As California continues to see artificial intelligence-driven layoffs from major corporations like Meta, Oracle and UPS, Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, announced that her bill, the AI Deployment & Workforce Displacement Assessment

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City libraries to host summer reading program  

News release  This summer, the Santa Clarita Public Library invites the community to “Unearth a Story” in the library’s summer reading program.  “From Monday, June 8, through Friday, July 24, readers of all ages can discover a season

College briefs

College Briefs for June 4

Avery Swailes named to University of Mississippi dean’s honor roll   Avery Swailes, of Valencia, was named to the University of Mississippi’s fall 2025 honor roll lists.   Swailes, studying in the

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