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Caltrans Announces Dates Of Closure Due For I-5 Ramp

5 freeway

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) recently announced that certain ramps on the 5 Freeway in Burbank are expected to be closed in the coming week due to construction.  The on-ramps at Empire Avenue and San Fernando Boulevard in Burbank are expected to be closed from Monday, April 10 to Monday, April 17 at 5 a.m., according to Caltrans officials. ...

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New Fish-Eating Advisory Released For Pyramid Lake North Of SCV

California’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office Of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) released a new fish-eating advisory Friday, updating safe fish-eating standards for lakes near Santa Clarita. The OEHHA released safe-eating advice for six species in Pyramid Lake, about a 30-minute drive north of Santa Clarita. “Many fish have nutrients that may reduce the risk of heart disease and are ...

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Less Than 100 Days Left To Renew Permanent Disabled Parking Placards

Californians with disabled parking placards issued before 2019 now have less than 100 days to renew their disability placard, per the state legislature. California state law now requires placard holders who have had their placard for six years or longer to return a signed renewal notice to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to remain eligible for a permanent disabled ...

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Giddy Up, Tickets For The SCV Cowboy Festival Now Available

Cowboy Festival

After a three year hiatus, the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, celebrating SCV’s history, is planned to return to Newhall in April, with tickets now available online.  Mark your calendars for Santa Clarita’s 27th Cowboy Festival which is scheduled to take place on April 22 and 23 on Main Street, featuring many activities from concerts to unique dining options.  General admission ...

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Bamboo Fire In Santa Clara Riverbed Contained

A small fire broke out in the Santa Clara Riverbed Monday evening and was quickly contained by firefighters.  The fire broke out at around 4:20 p.m. in the Santa Clara Riverbed by the Bouquet Canyon Road and Valencia Blvd, according to Supervisor Ringo with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “We responded to calls about smoke. We’re currently on scene ...

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Elks Lodge Hosts Award Night Recognizing SCV Students, Community Volunteers

Families gathered at the Sierra Highway Elks Lodge on Monday as the Elks Lodge Group of Santa Clarita awarded multiple recognitions to citizens for their excellence in community service.  On Monday, the Elks Lodge group of Santa Clarita hosted an awards dinner to recognize many SCV residents for their work benefitting our community. “This is really the night we show ...

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Colorful Holi Celebration Hosted At Castaic Lake

Bollywood music and color filled the air at Castaic Lake this Saturday as Child Rights and You (CRY) Los Angeles hosted a Holi festival to raise funds to support underprivileged children. CRY Los Angeles hosted a Holi festival this Saturday at Castaic Lake Drive, with funds going toward CRY America projects supporting children’s education and health. “This is a festival ...

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SCV Family Promise Hosts ‘Poker And Paint’ Event To Fundraise For Unhoused Families

Families gathered at the Canyon Country Community Center on Friday for Family Promise of Santa Clarita’s Poker or Paint for a Purpose fundraising event. On Friday, the nonprofit Family Promise of Santa Clarita hosted its second poker event to raise funds to support local families experiencing homelessness. “It is $119 dollars for one night at a hotel. That’s what it ...

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Barger Awards $115,000 To Carousel Ranch In Support Of Job Training Program

On Tuesday Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger presented a check for $115,000 to the non-profit organization Carousel Ranch in support of their job training program for young adults with special needs.  Barger presented the check to Carousel Ranch at College of the Canyons (COC) during an intimate graduation ceremony for Ready To Work! students on Tuesday.  “We work with ...

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TMU Baseball Coach Monte Brooks Earns 800th Win

TMU Baseball Coach Monte Brooks reached his 800th win Friday, marking his excellence in (and on) the field. The Master’s University (TMU) Mustangs won the first game in a doubleheader, marking the team’s 800th win with Monte Brooks as head coach.  In Fort Worth, Texas, the Mustangs won 12-7 against the Texas Wesleyan Rams—a game that cemented Brooks’ 800 win ...

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