Good morning, Santa Clarita.

Bethlehem SCV Church & Bethlehem Preschool & Daycare will host a Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, Oct.

25 from 6-8 p.m. in the church parking lot.

Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a nonprofit offering career-skills training to adults with disabilities, has appointed music industry leader Gary Smith to its board of trustees—he brings over 20 years of experience from founding Kai Music and Arts LLC and organizing community events that support inclusion. His appointment is expected to expand pathways in the entertainment industry and strengthen community partnerships.

The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station, in collaboration with the city and the Boys and Girls Club, will host a Halloween Carnival and Haunted Jailhouse on October 26 from 10 a.m.—3 p.m. in Santa Clarita.

On October 16, 1853, Sarah Beckwith Gifford was born in England and grew up to be an important pioneer in Newhall—she married John Timothy Gifford, Newhall’s first railroad agent, and helped build the early community.

Her legacy is remembered through her key contributions to Santa Clarita’s history.

Tide Cleaners will celebrate the grand opening of four new locations on Sunday, October 19th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at sites in Santa Monica, Studio City, Redondo Beach, and Valencia at 27011 McBean Pkwy—co-owners Megan and Jon Mut will offer prizes, discounts, and family activities while the celebration runs through Friday, October 25th.

Santa Clarita will host a Día de Muertos celebration on Oct.

25 at the Canyon Country Community Center with a Mariachi performance, a Catrina Parade by the Newhall Community Center Folklórico group, and family activities like a zombie run and craft stations — all honoring this vibrant tradition. The city will also offer a Calavera Magnets Craft Workshop on Nov. 14 at the Valencia Library Branch to help adults and seniors learn about sugar skull art.

The city of Santa Clarita is hosting the 'Autumn Views' art exhibition in the City Hall First Floor Gallery until Dec.

9 — showcasing works that capture the beauty of fall. A free public reception will be held on Friday, Nov. 14 from 6-8 p.m. — where guests can meet the artists.

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital celebrated the graduation of four Project SEARCH interns who gained work experience in departments like Materials Management, Sterile Processing, and Food and Nutrition Services yesterday.

The program—partnered with PathPoint—has helped 25 interns since 2017 secure job skills and employment with local organizations.

Today, the California Department of Education released the 2025 assessment results showing Saugus Union School District students scored 68.94% in English Language Arts and 64.35% in Mathematics for grades 3-6, which are improvements over last year and above county averages.

District officials said dedicated teacher support and refined curriculum drove the gains (including a 2.76% rise in ELA scores and an 8.14% increase for English Learners).

Santa Clarita residents can drop off hazardous household waste and e-waste for free at College of the Canyons, South Parking Lot on Saturday, Oct.

18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the event offers a safe way to dispose of harmful materials.

The Saugus Union School District will hold two special meetings on Oct.

30 and Nov. 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the SUSD office to decide the future of the Santa Clarita Elementary School property, which closed in June 2024 due to safety issues that would have cost $25 million to retrofit—officials will review legal responsibilities and community suggestions such as converting it to a recreation or community center.

The Master's University's Hannah Ulibarri won her third tournament this season by taking first at the Embry-Riddle Fall Invitational on Oct.

14 in Prescott, Ariz., scoring well despite 40-mph wind gusts. Jacob Janho finished second in the men's event—three strokes behind the winner, and head coach Luke Brueckner said his performance shows promise for future wins.

The Lady Mustangs volleyball team swept Life Pacific Warriors 25-10, 25-12, 25-20 on Oct.

15 at The MacArthur Center—recovering from a loss last week. They will face Hope International University on Oct. 18 in Fullerton.

Valencia (7-1, 4-0) beat Golden Valley (3-5, 2-2) 35-7 today as the Vikings scored five touchdowns in the first half while Golden Valley managed little offense in the second half.

Valencia will face Hart next week while Golden Valley is set to play West Ranch on October 24 at 7 p.m.