The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is notifying SCV residents and trail users that an anticipated month-long closure of the Santa Clara River Trail near Bridgeport Park is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Aug. 26.


Aug. 26: Santa Clara River Trail Closed Near Bridgeport Park for One Month

The city of Santa Clarita is accepting short poem entries for the 2027 Sidewalk Poetry Project from residents and individuals with connections or ties to Santa Clarita. Changing Seasons will be the 2027 theme. Deadline for entries will be Friday, Nov. 20.


Nov. 20: Sidewalk Poetry 2027 Submission Deadline

The Santa Clarita Artists Association is seeking volunteers and auction donations for the 36th Annual ​SCAA Art Classic, ​Fine Art Competition and Exhibit to be held Oct. 3-4 at The Centre.


SCAA Seeks Sponsors, Volunteers for Annual Art Classic Fundraiser

Explore Vasquez Rocks during the magical twilight and early evening full moon hours with a Twilight Hike at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 10700 Escondido Canyon Road, Agua Dulce, CA 91390.


Aug. 25: Vasquez Rocks Twilight Hike

The California Department of Public Health is seeing the highest levels of West Nile virus activity in five years.


CDPH Urges Californians to Take Steps to Protect Against West Nile Virus

Olive Branch Theatricals will present an updated version of William Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” set in 2003 on two weekends, Aug. 22-23 and Aug. 28-30.


Aug. 22: Updated ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at Olive Branch Theatre

Santa Clarita Library will host a “Blank Page Writing Group’ at its Valencia branch, 1-2:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22.


Aug. 22: Blank Page Writing Group at Valencia Library

The award-winning William S. Hart High School dance team will host a youth clinic on Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Hart High School gymnasium.


Aug. 29: Hart High Dance Team Hosts Youth Dance Clinic

SCV high school football games begin tonight, Thursday, Aug. 20. And College of the Canyons football isn’t far behind.


Kick Off Season for Santa Clarita Valley Football

City of Santa Clarita City Cinemas, presented by The Rodriguez Agency at State Farm, will present the latest movie in the series “Jurassic Park” on Friday, Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. at William S. Hart Park.


Aug. 28 City Cinemas ‘Jurassic Park’ at Hart Park

The city of Santa Clarita invites residents to the 20th anniversary of the Evening of Remembrance on Wednesday, Aug. 26, to honor the Santa Clarita Valley youth whose lives were tragically cut short in traffic-related incidents.


Aug. 26: Remembering 126 Young Lives Lost in Traffic-Related Incidents

As a mother of two, I understand how exciting it can be to give your child more independence.


Patsy Ayala | Before They Ride, Know What You’re Buying

The 2025 GSAC champions, The Master’s University women’s volleyball team returns all of its starters, with several impact additions, looking to build off last season.


2026 TMU Women’s Volleyball Preview

College of the Canyons women’s soccer begins its 2026 campaign with a notable two-match series in Hawaii, as the Cougars traveled to compete in the first out-of-state matches in program history on Aug. 18 and 20.


Canyons Women’s Soccer Opens Season in Hawaii

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Former Saugus Union School District Governing Board Trustee Rosemarie Koscielny, 74, died on Thursday, Aug. 13, at the age of 74. She was born July 8, 1952 and was a resident of Santa Clarita.


Rosemarie Koscielny, Former Saugus Union School District Trustee, Dies at 74

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air has launched its Back-to-School Giveaway, giving community members throughout its service areas in California the opportunity to nominate a teacher for a chance to win support toward their classroom wishlist.


Rooter Hero Launches Back-to-School Giveaway to Support Teachers Across California

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises the public to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at the following Los Angeles County beaches due to elevated bacteria levels that exceed state health standards


Public Health Issues Ocean Water Warning For Aug. 19

The Latino Business Alliance is proud to announce that Santa Clarita City Councilmember Bill Miranda will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award


Latino Business Alliance to Honor Councilmember Bill Miranda’s Lifetime of Leadership

Alcoholic Beverage Control, announced authorization for the issuance of new on-sale general and off-sale general licenses and authorization for the intercounty transfer of on-sale general and off-sale general licenses.


Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Announces New Liquor License Authorizations

State Senator Suzette Valladares (R-Santa Clarita) is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Friday, Sept. 4 at Santa Clarita City Hall.


Sept. 4 : Community Blood Drive at Santa Clarita City Hall

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department wants everyone to kick off their Labor Day festivities with safety at the forefront.


LASD Reminds that Safe Drives Save Lives: Make the End of Summer Memorable

The California Highway Patrol continues to make steady progress in dismantling organized retail crime networks throughout the state.


CHP Recovers $1.05 Million in Stolen Goods During National Organized Retail Crime Blitz

At its regular board meeting held on Tuesday, Aug. 18, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors adopted conservation program updates in support of the recently adopted Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan.


SCV Water Board Adopts Conservation Program Updates