Good morning, Santa Clarita.

L.A. County Parks reopened Val Verde Pool at 30300 W.

Arlington Road in Castaic on Saturday after finishing extensive repairs to the pool deck and wall that addressed safety issues discovered during lighting upgrades in May 2024. County funds of $580,000 from Measure A, $96,000 in Quimby funds, and $392,000 for lighting helped complete the project—ensuring secure pool access for the community.

Santa Clarita Transit will offer free all-day rides on local and commuter buses on June 19 as part of the 20th annual National Dump the Pump Day, inviting residents and commuters to leave their cars at home.

Individuals who fill out the online form will get a promo code (with instructions for redeeming unlimited rides) by email.

Walmart in Santa Clarita recently completed a remodel of its Supercenter on Carl Boyer Drive—featuring interactive displays, a community-inspired mural, updated store layout, and a new Mother’s Room.

Store leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local officials and awarded $8,500 in grants to nonprofits such as the Salvation Army Santa Clarita Valley Corps and the American Cancer Society.

Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency warns customers that nonemployees have been seen walking around neighborhoods trying to gain access to homes—customers should be cautious when approached.

The Santa Clarita Film Office announced three productions—commercials NYX, Progressive 59 and TV show Paradise—will film in the Valley from Monday, June 9 to Saturday, June 14.

Last year’s filming brought nearly 900 location days and $19 million in economic benefits to local businesses.

In fall 2025, College of the Canyons will launch its Diagnostic Medical Sonography program for an 18-student cohort—this hands-on program offers in-person classes with BodyWorks Eve Simulator Training at the Canyon Country campus to prepare students for board exams in a fast-growing field.

The Saugus High School Instrumental Music Program will host its third annual Clothes 4 Cash fundraiser — scheduled for Saturdays June 14, 21, July 12, 19 and August 16 — at Saugus High School from 8-11 a.m. to raise money for new instrument purchases, repairs, scholarships and competitions for student musicians and colorguard.

Santa Clarita Valley International Charter School hosted its graduation on Friday, June 6 at Higher Vision Church for 40 students who received diplomas.

The ceremony featured speeches, musical performances, and recognition for the Founder’s Graduates—acknowledging a journey of learning and growth.

The Santa Clarita Public Library is hosting its Level Up at Your Library Summer Reading Program from June 9 through July 26 — the program offers game-themed events for children, teens and adults along with free lunches and Check It OUT-Side storytimes in local parks.

Participants can log their reading days for rewards and join the finale on July 26 at the Old Town Newhall branch for crafts and games.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will consider plans to continue promoting measles vaccination at its regular board meeting today—one of several key issues on the agenda.