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SCV Explorers Class 112 have been officially recognized as Deputy Explorers at a ceremony held in the Santa Clarita Activities Center. The Explorer Academy, which has trained youths aged 14 to 20 in law enforcement drills since 1969, held its 112th graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The graduates received degrees from California Sheriffs, recognizing their agility and hard ...

On this day in 1891, Reverend F.D. Seward, along with 16 charter members, established the First Presbyterian Church of Newhall In the early days of Newhall, church services and Sunday school were held in the Southern Hotel, a center for social life in the mostly undeveloped region. That changed on May 31, 1891, when Reverend F.D. Seward and 16 charter ...

A crowd gathered with signs in hand to oppose Assembly Bill 84, a proposition that could cut 30% of funding for nonclassroom-based education. Community members involved or allied with local education gathered around noon today outside of Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo’s office.  This protest is part of a larger movement across California opposing the bill, with hopes to persuade local politicians ...

Santa Clarita’s own Canyon Theatre Guild has begun showings of Joe DiPietro’s “The Last Romance,” a heartwarming comedy centered around a senior aged widower. Starting May 23 and running through June 29th, this play from 2011 tells the story of Ralph, a widower who “decides to take a different path on his daily walk—one that leads him to an unexpected ...

The City of Santa Clarita is excited to announce the return of Santa Clarita Transit’s popular Beach Bus service, offering convenient transportation to Ventura Harbor on Saturdays and Sundays. Starting on Saturday, May 31, and operating every Saturday and Sunday until August 31st, the Beach Bus is an easy and stress-free way to get you, your friends, and your family ...

On this day in SCV History, May 23, 1941, Newhall legend William S. Hart opened Santa Clarita’s first movie theater! After one year of construction, and five years before Hart’s death, the American Theater opened its doors on the corner of Spruce and Eleventh Street.  Up to that point, guests in William S. Hart’s house could watch films in his ...

Dozens of furry friends, including alpacas, pigs, and dogs, greeted residents at the 2nd Annual Hart Park Critter Fair! This event housed presentations and tours of the famed Hart Park barnyard, allowing children of all ages and their parents to mingle with some adorable animals, including Cruella and Chanel, two full sized alpacas, and Phantom the Bantam Chicken. Outside of ...

The Samuel Dixon Family Health Center invites the community to come together for a day of fun, competition, and giving back at the third Annual Cornhole Tournament. The Cornhole Tournament is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 21 at 11 a.m. at Lucky Luke Brewing Company, 25108 Rye Canyon Loop, Santa Clarita. This family-friendly event raises vital funds to ...

The Newhallywood Film Festival held next weekend celebrates the legacy of classic silent cinema, with films starring Lon Chaney, Buster Keaton, and more! The Newhallywood Film Festival takes place from May 23 to May 25 in Old Town Newhall, at both the Newhall Family Theater and The MAIN.  This year’s festival specifically highlights the careers of two film greats: Lon ...

On this day in 1938, a Lockheed transport plane on route to Las Vegas crashed in Mint Canyon in the Santa Clarita Valley, killing all nine people on board. The plane struck a series of ridges, bouncing and disintegrating before finally stopping on Stroh Peak, a hill 1.5 miles north of Mint Canyon Road; different sources state this accident occurred ...