Good morning, Santa Clarita.

NewHydrogen Inc. from Santa Clarita announced a strategic collaboration with the Utah San Rafael Energy Lab (part of the Office of Energy Development) to further develop its breakthrough ThermoLoop technology.

The 32nd Heart of Tataviam Pow Wow, presented by the Fernandeño Tataviam Band, will take place 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct.

3-4 at the ancestral village of Tochonanga at William S. Hart Park.

Local historian John Boston shares quirky tales from Newhall’s past, from early oil booms to plans for a local airport and odd events like a nudity incident (and more) in a lively look at the area's colorful history.

Santa Clarita presents the art exhibition 'Lookout Point, Wishes, Mute Reflections' by Rose Smither at the Old Town Newhall Library; the show runs now through Dec.

3 and displays vibrant acrylics inspired by nature, faith, and personal memories.

On Sept. 18, 1962, Golden State Memorial Hospital filed articles of incorporation, growing from Dr. Charles Farinella’s practice into a 43-bed facility that served the valley before closing in December 1978.

The hospital was later auctioned and demolished, and its site is now a Vons grocery store + shopping center.

The College of the Canyons Contracts, Procurement and Risk Management department won the 2026 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute Inc for the sixth consecutive year.

The seven-person team processed about $46 million in purchase orders last fiscal year to support top procurement standards.

Families and local dignitaries (including school board members) gathered at Mitchell Community School on Friday to celebrate the district’s 10th inclusive playground, designed for TK, kindergarten, and first-grade students to explore and play; the facility features an outdoor musical area to spark creative expression. Officials highlighted collaboration behind the project.

Santa Clarita residents are urged to prepare for disasters this month as Los Angeles County’s Office of Emergency Management emphasizes National Preparedness Month (including extra storm risks from El Niño).

The county will test its Non-Weather Emergency Message system on Monday, Sept. 21 at 10:25 a.m.

Senator Valladares' office helped local constituents recover more than $860K in benefits from state agencies since January 2025, including nearly $405K this year.

The office has assisted about 1,000 cases, helping a 98-year-old and a disabled senior secure funds + cut red tape.

Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo joined residents and community leaders in Val Verde last week to announce her Landfill Safety Act passed the Legislature and is awaiting Gov. Newsom’s signature by Sept.

30 — the law will enforce stronger measures to protect communities from underground landfill fires and toxic air.

Bean, a playful 3-year-old terrier at the Santa Clarita Valley Animal Shelter, is available for adoption if you're looking to add a pet to your family.

The shelter (31044 N. Charlie Canyon Road) is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Freshman quarterback Zachary Barnes led Saugus to a 49-21 win in their Foothill League opener on Friday night (with touchdown passes to Landon Lattimore and key runs by Mono Ortega).

The team will face Hart next week.

Hart defeated Canyon Thursday night to keep their Foothill League title hopes alive (improving to 8-6 overall and 5-1 in league play).

They now lead Valencia 4-1 and will face them Tuesday at home.