Good morning, Santa Clarita.

On April 11, 1926, a crowded Saugus hosted an early rodeo at Baker's ranch where riders competed in bareback riding, cow milking and a bucking contest that awarded a silver saddle plus $50 cash, spurring plans for a permanent arena that later evolved into Saugus Speedway.

Rick Patterson, a founding partner of Owen, Patterson and Owen and longtime community leader, died on Monday, Apr.

6 in Santa Clarita from natural causes. He supported nonprofits such as SCV Senior Center and Boys and Girls Club (his contributions spanned decades) and was lauded by local leaders.

Santa Clarita hosted Celebrate: England at Canyon Country Community Center on Friday, April 10 where residents enjoyed craft activities and pop culture stations featuring English heritage (including making Harry Potter wands and Stonehenge replicas).

Santa Clarita held its first Arbor Day Celebration at Valencia Heritage Park on Saturday, April 11 where residents enjoyed tree giveaways, planting demonstrations, and family activities; Mayor Laurene Weste highlighted the city's work in caring for 95,000 trees + promoting urban forestry.

The Master’s beach volleyball team won two opening matches at the GSAC Championship on Thursday morning at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa (including a win over No. 1 OUAZ) to secure a spot in the winner’s bracket.

Coach Annett Davis said the team overcame tough heat conditions.