Daily
Santa Clarita
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Santa Clarita. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The SCV Food Pantry is urging residents to donate and volunteer as officials warn that the federal shutdown may soon disrupt CalFresh benefits that thousands need for food access. Executive director Joanne Ainsworth said the pantry must prepare for a surge in local demand—calling on the community to help feed up to 10,000 clients a month. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
- ➤ Santa Clarita is hosting many events this week — including haunted houses, theatre shows, science talks, and community carnivals — with activities set from today through November 1; organizers note that details can change, so residents should check with event organizers for updates. Hometown Station
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mary S. Ruiz was born on October 22nd in San Francisquito Canyon to a pioneering ranch family that helped shape Santa Clarita Valley—she later served her community before perishing with her family during the St. Francis Dam disaster and now rests in the Ruiz-Perea Cemetery. Hometown Station
- ➤ The City of Santa Clarita invites community members to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Dedication, which will take place on Oct. 30 at 5:00 p.m. at The MAIN (24266 Main Street) in Old Town Newhall. SCVNews.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency won three awards from PRSA-LA at its 61st Annual PRism Awards on October 22nd—earning two top honors and one Award of Excellence—and was recognized for its Get More from Your Landscape Video, Proposition 218 Water Rates Engagement Campaign and Popular Annual Financial Report—highlighting its commitment to clear public communication. Hometown Station
- ➤ Los Angeles County’s Department of Economic Opportunity and the Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment reopened a $100,000 grant program to help nonprofit Chambers of Commerce support small businesses facing financial challenges. Eligible chambers may apply online for a grant of up to $7,000 until Oct. 31—awards will be announced by the end of November. SCVNews.com
- ➤ Following the State of the City address on October 22nd, Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo and the city council unveiled a new Emergency Mobile Command Unit for first responders—equipped with monitors that track wind patterns and fire locations to improve emergency coordination. Hometown Station
- ➤ The Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, LAHSA, and the VA released updated data showing that 3,050 veterans were homeless on any given night—2% more than last year but still 20% lower than in 2023. The data report from the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count and the BNL also shows 1,573 verified veterans and 93% with a housing plan, while One Team reported 1,832 permanent housing placements through HUD-VASH, SSVF, and other programs. SCVNews.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Samuel Dixon Family Health Center Inc. was named Organization of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers on Sept. 24 for offering affordable care to underserved Santa Clarita Valley residents — the award honors its over 40 years of service and strong local partnerships. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
- ➤ Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Santa Clarita started offering a new treatment for severe COPD and emphysema. Dr. Sasan Sani performed the first bronchoscopic lung volume reduction procedure using a Zephyr endobronchial valve to remove trapped air and improve breathing. Hometown Station
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Santa Clarita announced the third annual Pet Adoption Week from October 27 to November 1—covering all adoption fees for residents at the Castaic Animal Care Center while requiring only a license fee, and it will culminate with the Halloween-themed 'Paws at the Park' on November 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at William S. Hart Park. Hometown Station
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Clarita high school football enters week nine with important games affecting playoff spots, as teams prepare for contests today and Friday. Today, Trinity plays Temecula Prep at 7:30 p.m. and Santa Clarita Christian takes on Milken at 6 p.m.—Friday contests include Hart hosting Valencia for the league title, Golden Valley facing West Ranch, and Saugus meeting Castaic for a playoff berth. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
- ➤ West Ranch girls volleyball fought back from an early deficit to beat the Tesoro Titans in straight sets (25-17, 25-16) on Tuesday and advance to the second round of the CIF playoffs. The Wildcats host Roosevelt today at 6 p.m. at West Ranch High School. The Santa Clarita Valley Signal
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only way to become excellent is to be endlessly fascinated by doing the same thing over and over.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Santa Clarita
Welcome to the Daily Santa Clarita, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Santa Clarita, California community. If you like the Daily Santa Clarita, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Santa Clarita.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Santa Clarita and across California. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Santa Clarita
A free Santa Clarita community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailysantaclarita.com/sitemap