Good morning, Santa Clarita.

Bridge to Home, Santa Clarita’s leading homeless services provider, announced that executive director Chris Najarro will leave on October 8 while the Board begins its search for a replacement+ she joined in 2017 to grow the shelter from a 60-bed winter facility to a 101-bed full-time operation, expanding feeding and case management programs.

On Sept 20th, the Castaic Animal Care Center hosted an 'emergency preparedness' adoption event to boost pet adoptions and reduce euthanasia, and Marva Moss—who has cared for many dogs—adopted a 9‑month‑old German shepherd named Dak while leaving Bella with a volunteer.

A Los Angeles County Fire Department rescue team performed a live large‑animal rescue demonstration and provided emergency planning tips for the community.

On September 21, 1974, College of the Canyons opened its 6,000-seat Cougar Stadium with its first home football game, marking a key milestone in the college's history.

The facility was built with state and local bond funds — a turning point in the school’s rapid growth.