Good morning, Santa Clarita.

The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced that the Oak Tree Classic Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, Oct.

27 at Valencia Country Club, marking its 41st year of uniting local business leaders, community members and golfers. The event—renowned for its friendly competition and networking opportunities—promises to strengthen community ties.

The Valley Industry Association hosted its CEO Forum at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Aug.

22, where local CEOs, project managers and business leaders discussed issues like rising costs, AI and workforce changes — organizers used table facilitators to capture key ideas for future planning. Organizers said the forum helped pinpoint ways to support local business growth.

The California Highway Patrol is ramping up patrols this Labor Day weekend on Santa Clarita roads to stop impaired drivers, having begun the crackdown on Friday, Aug.

29 at 6:01 p.m. and continuing until Monday, Sept. 1—warning drivers that operating under the influence will lead to arrest.

George Montgomery Letz was born on August 29 in Brady, Montana and grew up as a ranch cowboy before becoming a well-known Western actor and artist.

His legacy is honored with a plaque on Santa Clarita’s Walk of Western Stars near William S. Hart Park—connecting his past to the community’s cultural history.

The Los Angeles County Library will accept entries for its 46th Annual Bookmark Contest from Sept.

2—Oct. 18, where students in grades K-12 can submit original bookmark designs inspired by reading or libraries. Local libraries including Castaic and Stevenson Ranch will select grade winners in November and announce grand prize winners in spring.

The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is accepting applications for the 2025 SCV Water Academy — a free, in-person program that gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at water operations.

The four interactive sessions in October include facility tours and require eligible applicants to apply by Sept. 17.

On Friday morning, first responders in Valencia airlifted a child to the hospital after a medical emergency was reported around 11:05 a.m. from the 29000 block of Bernardo Way, and paramedics & emergency crews transported the patient by ground to West Creek Park before the helicopter lift.

Blanco is a 4-year-old Alaskan Husky weighing 65.5 pounds who knows basic tricks and is ready for a new home at the Castaic Animal Care Center, 31044 N.

Charlie Canyon Road—adoptions require an adult-only home with calm companions.

On Aug. 27, the College of the Canyons women’s volleyball team rallied after losing the opening set to beat Irvine Valley College 3-1 at the Cougar Cage; the win marked their home opener and they will face Cerritos College on Aug.

29 at 6 p.m. before hosting Long Beach City College on Sept. 3—free to watch on the Cougars Sports Network.