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Santa Clarita
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Clarita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Pro Tem Patsy Ayala urges residents to explore the latest Seasons magazine – a local guide outlining upcoming city programs, classes and events that offer diverse creative activities and connect neighbors with city staff. SCVNews.com
- ➤ The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive will take place tomorrow as locals place non-perishable food by their mailboxes and at select post offices to help Santa Clarita Grocery serve families facing food shortages; the event, organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), marks 33 years of community impact. Hometown Station
- ➤ The Adult Skills Center will host its first Barnside Vendor Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9 at the Sanctuary (an event where local vendors share their offerings) to connect residents with community resources. SCVNews.com
- ➤ Los Angeles County Animal Care and Control partners with the Bissell Pet Foundation to hold a fee-waived adoption event at Santa Clarita Valley Animal Care Center through Sunday, May 17, offering local residents the chance to adopt pets. SCVNews.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Santa Clarita's Concerts in the Park series returns to Central Park for its 36th summer season with live music every Saturday from July 11 through August 29; food trucks open at 5 and tribute bands perform at 7. Residents may bring lawn chairs + picnics for community fun. SCVNews.com
- ➤ Six Flags Magic Mountain is celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Great American Revolution roller coaster today by reverting to its original name; the park will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for visitors to ride the iconic attraction. SCVNews.com
- ➤ On May 7, 1861, the California State Assembly approved a 20-year contract to construct a toll road through Newhall Pass linking the ex-Mission of San Fernando and Arroyo de Santa Clara (marking an important local milestone) led by Senator Andres Pico, Assemblyman James R. Vineyard and Charles H. Brindley. Hometown Station
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Saugus High School’s performing arts program won Best Musical Direction at the Jerry Herman Awards on May 3 at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre, showcasing its musical excellence and dedication. Students AJ Fierro and Andrew Mosby were invited to live auditions for Best Actress and Best Actor. Hometown Station
- ➤ Six West Ranch student-athletes signed NLIs as the semester ended; they committed to playing football, volleyball, soccer, softball and track at their chosen colleges plus continuing their academic careers. Their decisions come after a season marked by notable team achievements for the school. Hometown Station
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The closed Chiquita Canyon Landfill must install a thick geomembrane cover over the entire site by Aug. 31 to reduce odors—this directive follows county action addressing thousands of odor complaints from local residents. SCVNews.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Clarita City Council will meet on Tuesday, May 12 to consider taking over the annual SCV Fourth of July Parade (this decision could change how the parade is managed). SCVNews.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department urges drivers and bicyclists in Santa Clarita to follow tips to reduce accidents. Officials will conduct traffic operations throughout this month (focusing on speeding, illegal turns, and distracted driving) to keep everyone safer. SCVNews.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Saugus softball team ended its season with an 11-1 win over Valencia that secured its second Foothill League title and a flawless 12-0 league record (with standout plays from Riley Bennett-Murray, Malia Horvat, and Olivia Frias). Hometown Station
- ➤ College of the Canyons men's golf finished second at the 3C2A Regional Championships on May 4 at Olivas Links, where Jacques Struyf won the individual title after a one-hole playoff—paving the way for a shot at a third state title at the Championship Tournament May 10-11 in La Quinta. SCVNews.com
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