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Art contest for kids
In its nearly 40-year history, the PTA Reflections Program has encouraged millions of students across the country, in preschool through grade 12, to explore their artistic talents.
The Signal.com's Daybreak: Sept. 29, 2009
Hello, Santa Clarita Valley! Welcome to The-Signal.com's Daybreak, your point of entry for the day, and a quick journey through the past, present and future. Let the adventure begin:
McKeon, stop misleading
I would strongly encourage Buck McKeon and the Republican strategy groups to stop misleading citizens so citizens can learn what is unmistakably affecting their lives the most: health care.
Let's show the world
Just about everyone should agree that our health care system is broken and American families and businesses urgently need a solution.
Table manners MIA
With the advent of constant cell phone use and texting it seems that nice table manners have gone by the wayside. We are all now so anxious to have our say, talking with one's mouth full now appears to be acceptable.
Manufactured fear
On Saturday, Sept. 12, roughly 60,000 aggrieved conservatives converged on Washington, D.C., to participate in the "grass roots" but Glenn Beck-inspired anti-Obama rally.
Respect the president
I have become increasingly alarmed and angry with the level of disrespect I see toward our President.
Thanks to volunteers
I would like to thank the volunteers who do such an excellent job of delivering food to the seniors here in the Santa Clarita Valley.
What do you like best about your school?
First place This is going to be a fun year at school. Every year all the fifth-grade students get to have a fun time at the lake. Also each year we have a read-a-thon. We earn different prizes depending on how many minutes we read. Another thing I love is the performances every year. In fifth-grade, you get to sing songs about all the 50 states. My favorite of all is the Halloween Parade! Every ...
Help fight blood cancer with 'Light the Night Walk' Oct. 17
The fourth annual Santa Clarita Valley "Light the Night® Walk" to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's battle against cancer is set for Saturday, Oct. 17 at Bridgeport Park in Valencia starting with check-in at 4:30 p.m.
LETMESAIL hosts 'Evening of Inspiration' Oct. 8
LETMESAIL hosts an "Evening of Inspiration" on October 8 at 7 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at The College of the Canyons.
'SCV Moms' blog launches
Great food, cheap entertainment, steals, deals and free stuff. There is so much happening in the Santa Clarita Valley you don't know about! The "SCV Moms Blog" community helps moms connect with each other and express their passion for all things family. Members share honest opinions about the valley, including the services, businesses and people it's made up of.
Workshops discuss Newhall redevelopment grants Oct. 15
The city of Santa Clarita invites Newhall Redevelopment Area businesses and property owners to attend informational workshops regarding the Newhall Redevelopment Small Business Grant Program, and Old Town Newhall Building Improvement Grant Program.
Obama's goals?
Since Obama has already taken over the auto industry and banking industry, why not let him take over the health industry? Get another czar in place to oversee it all and report to him.
Boundary changes unjustified
I do not believe The Signal properly informed its readers of the true circumstances regarding the boundary changes adopted at the Sept. 16 Hart School District board meeting ("Hart board approves teacher contract," Sept. 17).
Articles By Author - Signal Staff
Joe Gandelman: Bigots and the American Dream
Yes, it is possible. You can pursue the American dream. And maybe even be on your way to achieving it by age 11.
Gene Lyons: Response to leaks borders on hysteria
Spy work holds deep allure for many people. My own career as a secret agent began as an outgrowth of training beagle hunting dogs.
SCV Voices: Brian Baker
Star Chamber: Characterized by secrecy and often being irresponsibly arbitrary and oppressive." - From the Merriam-Webster online dictionary
Wilson outdules Saunders, Angels edge Mariners 1-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - C.J. Wilson pitched two-hit ball for seven innings, Mike Trout scored the only run on a wild pitch by Joe Saunders and the Los Angeles Angels edged the Seattle Mariners 1-0 Wednesday night.
Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in OT, tie series 2-2
BOSTON (AP) - The Chicago Blackhawks kept taking the lead until there were no more chances for Boston to come back and tie it.
Mattingly, Dodgers salvage split at Yankee Stadium
NEW YORK (AP) - Yasiel Puig kicked back in his chair, his well-worn uniform streaked in red clay, and calmly answered questions in Spanish. Then, suddenly, he threw his hands in the air and shouted, "Pow!"
San Diego man arrested in gun death of boy
SAN DIEGO (AP) - A San Diego man faces three felony charges in connection with the accidental shooting death of a 10-year-old boy.
Summer Blast takes off this week
Santa Clarita's "Summer Blast" kicked off this week, offering SCV youth up to eight weeks of afternoon activities to stay busy while school's out.
One of US FBI's most wanted nabbed in Mexico
CANCUN, Mexico (AP) - Mexican authorities have arrested a former University of Southern California professor who was on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list in the resort city of Playa del Carmen.
Confusion in legislature over public records bill
SACRAMENTO (AP) - The Legislature's Democratic leaders are pledging to address a budget bill that threatens public access to information held by local governments, but to do so in different ways.
Panel restores some pay for lawmakers, governor
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - The commission that sets the pay for California lawmakers and statewide elected officials such as the governor and attorney general voted Wednesday to restore a 5 percent pay cut it made to salaries last year as state employees faced furloughs.
Canyon Country man pleads not guilty in wrong-way crash
A Canyon Country man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to four felony counts in Tuesday's wrong-way crash on Highway 14 that injured 13 people, four of them seriously.
VALENCIA: Detectives arrest man for videotaping young girls in SCV stores
Santa Clarita Detective Bureau investigated a report of a male following a young girl and videotaping her while she was walking around inside "Target" located on Magic Mountain Blvd., Valencia. Through proactive work by Target's loss prevention, detectives were able to identify the suspect as Yale Yurman. Suspect Yurman is a registered sex offender.
Committee supports Brown's nominee to head prisons
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - A legislative committee has recommended that the Senate confirm Gov. Jerry Brown's choice to lead California's prison system.
Oh baby! Stork flies the coop at San Diego Zoo
SAN DIEGO (AP) - The public is being asked to keep eyes to the skies for an exotic stork that flew the coop at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
