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Santa Clarita
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Clarita. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rose Rowsey celebrated her birthday on Saturday at The Break Room in Newhall and will turn 100 on Sept. 18—she credits strong faith and exercise for her energy and independence. Her family praises her creative spirit and active lifestyle as she continues to live with support at her senior facility. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
- ➤ Local settlers Thomas Finley Mitchell and the Lang family started the Sulphur Springs School District on September 16 and it has served students in the eastern Santa Clarita Valley for over 150 years—showing how pioneers helped build a modern community. Hometown Station
- ➤ SCV sheriff's deputies will host the Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Lazy Dog Cafe at the Valencia Mall on Tuesday, September 23rd from 5 to 9 p.m. to raise funds for Special Olympics Southern California by serving guests and collecting donations—this event follows a successful fundraiser earlier this year and is part of the national Law Enforcement Torch Run. Hometown Station
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Placerita Canyon Nature Center hosted a space-themed presentation called Deep Space Shots on Sunday, Sept. 14, where people saw astrophotography by John Favalessa from his backyard and Mount Pinos in the Los Padres National Forest—an event that made many feel the magic of the night sky. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
- ➤ Book lovers in Santa Clarita have an offbeat adventure at The Last Bookstore—which offers three unique spaces in Southern California for exploring books, vinyl, and art. The flagship Downtown store features a tunnel of books while the Studio City and Montrose spots provide quieter areas for creative escapes. Hometown Station
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On the two-year anniversary of his passing, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved renaming the Castaic Sports Complex to honor former deputy Ryan M. Clikunbroomer for his service and sacrifice. The board also directed the Department of Parks and Recreation to work with the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs and the Parks Foundation to create an annual scholarship for youth programs at the complex—ensuring his legacy endures. SCVNews.com
- ➤ Representatives Whitesides and Allen introduced the bipartisan Contract Postal Unit Transparency Act to require USPS to publish reports and hold public hearings before closing contract postal units such as the Quartz Hill post office, whose contract was abruptly terminated. The bill delays any closure for 180 days after a hearing summary is issued to ensure community input and clarity on the decision. SCVNews.com
- ➤ Tuesday, Rep. Whitesides and Rep. Rick Allen introduced the Contract Postal Unit Transparency Act to require the USPS to publish reports on how closing private post offices affects residents—letting the public join hearings and ensuring a 180-day review period before any closure. The bipartisan bill seeks clear, fair steps to protect community service and accountability in post office operations. Hometown Station
- ➤ The Santa Clarita Planning Commission approved the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project Tuesday, certifying its Final Environmental Impact Report for a development that includes a senior and assisted-living facility, condominiums, commercial space and recreation amenities along Wiley Canyon Road between Calgrove Boulevard and Hawkbryn Avenue. The project—covered under the state’s Housing Crisis Act—will move forward toward permits and construction unless appealed. Hometown Station
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Master’s University senior Hannah Ulibarri, a member of the women’s golf team, was named the NAIA Champions of Character Award winner for her honesty during the National Championship last May — she reported a score card error even knowing it would disqualify her, and her decision earned respect for fair play. SCVNews.com
- ➤ On Sept. 13, The Master's University men's soccer team lost 3-2 at Reese Field on Senior Day to the Stanton Elks despite Trent Rickard scoring two second-half goals. Coach Jim Rickard said the team changed its system after falling behind and will face conference newcomer Soka University next Saturday at 4 p.m. SCVNews.com
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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