Ralphs on Soledad Canyon Road and Whites Canyon Road has officially closed its doors in the Santa Clarita Valley. Sunday evening, shoppers were shocked as they were stopped at the entrance of the Canyon Country Ralphs by two posted signs on the automatic doors. One read, “Thank you from your friends at Ralphs! Please come see us at the new ...

With Halloween just a month away, if you’re in need of the perfect costume or scary decorations, don’t fear. Spirit Halloween locations are all around the Santa Clarita Valley with everything you need to look your spookiest. Whether you’re looking for some inspiration for your costume or wanting to spruce up your home with spooky decor, Spirit Halloween has got ...

For more than three decades, this gathering, formerly known as the Hart of the West Pow Wow, has brought generations together through dancing, singing, food, culture, and community. The 32nd Heart of Tataviam Pow Wow, presented by the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indian, will be held 11 AM – 6 PM Saturday and Sunday, October 3- 4, at the ...

At least four were injured early Sunday morning after a pickup truck slammed into an Amtrak connection bus.  Around 3 AM Sunday, first responders received reports of a traffic collision between a truck and a bus on West Lyons Avenue and North Main Street in Newhall, according to Pauline McGee, spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The Amtrak ...

On September 27, 2014, Santa Clarita officials and environmental advocates gathered in Towsley Canyon to honor biologist and naturalist Don Mullally by renaming the Towsley Canyon Loop the Don Mullally Trail. The ceremony recognized Mullally‘s decades of work documenting the plants, wildlife, and ecological significance of the Santa Susana Mountains and surrounding open space areas. Then-Mayor Laurene Weste joined representatives ...

Another hot chicken restaurant has landed in the Santa Clarita Valley, with popular Los Angeles-based chain Dave’s Hot Chicken, which opened its doors Friday, September 25. Dave’s Hot Chicken opened its first-ever Santa Clarita restaurant location in Valencia, with its official opening on Friday. A soft opening occurred a day early on Thursday, according to an Instagram post on Dave’s ...

Mentryville was once a booming oil town, now reduced to nothing more than the ghostly ruins of what once was. The history of how the town was established to its ultimate end spotlights one of the greatest successes of the oil industry in California. By Evan M. Decker As you’re driving up or down the 5 Freeway approaching the Pico ...

The Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley has officially named dedicated member and community leader Jackie Howarth as the recipient of the prestigious 2024–2026 Zontian of Distinction Award.  This biennial honor recognizes a Zonta member who embodies the organization’s core mission of empowering women through service and advocacy, while demonstrating exceptional leadership and an unwavering commitment to the local community. ...

William S. Hart Union High School District Teacher Amber Feldman was selected as a Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year, a prestigious award that recognizes excellence in education.  Mrs. Feldman is an exceptional educator who represents the very best of the Hart District. As a Social Studies and AP Psychology teacher, she builds meaningful connections with students, sees the ...

On Sept. 26, 2013, the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall arrived in Valencia, beginning a four-day tribute that drew thousands of visitors from across the country to honor those who served and died during the Vietnam War. The replica memorial was displayed at the Westfield Valencia Town Center from Sept. 26 through Sept. 29, giving veterans, family members and community members ...