Good morning, Santa Clarita.

Mercedes-Benz of Valencia donated $4,600 to Carousel Ranch — a nonprofit that offers equestrian therapy and workplace training for developmentally disabled individuals — through its community giving program that donates $100 for each new vehicle sold to a Santa Clarita resident.

The 2026 Business Expo starts today at 4 pm at Valencia Town Center (East Entrance and Court near H&M) and runs until 7 pm.

Over 100 local businesses and nonprofits are set to share products and services to spark new opportunities.

Sam’s Club gas station will close on June 15 for summer renovations + crews will add extra fuel pumps and the station is set to reopen Sept.

18, so drivers should plan for alternative fueling options.

Local businesses along Bouquet Canyon Road have suffered up to 90% revenue loss as customers detour from nearby communities (Agua Dulce, Acton) due to the ongoing closure for a Lennar development and roadway improvements.

City officials acknowledged the impact at Tuesday's council meeting and plan to explore further support measures while construction continues.

On June 10, 1945, Sgt. Eugene Edward Darr from Saugus died during the Battle of Okinawa at age 22 (posthumously awarded the Purple Heart) and was one of three servicemen whose remains were returned after WWII.

The Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry donated kitchen staples and coffee to wellness and resource centers at Hart Union High School — helping students access nutritious food during school hours and supporting teachers.

The contribution aims to reduce food insecurity and strengthen academic success.

Renee Leon, a longtime Santa Clarita resident and Director of Development at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, will lead the hospital Foundation after President Marlee Lauffer retires on June 19 — she has driven innovative fundraising campaigns to support local healthcare.

Filomemo Santos, a nurse (former Navy medic) at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, ran a 200-mile Born to Run race in Los Olivos to honor his late mother.

He finished the race in over 94 hours and plans to run a 100k in Lake Tahoe later this month.

Saugus High School sophomore Gavin Pantelidis scored 84 goals and won the U-19 Heritage Cup in May, earning him an all-CIF honor + he will train for his junior season to boost his assists and defense.

Lewis & Clark College baseball junior Bret Potter (a West Ranch alum) was named a D3 All-American last week, becoming only the second player honored in program history.

He posted standout bat and pitching numbers as the lone Northwest Conference player recognized this season.