Santa Clarita Weekly
Join hosts Tim Haddock and Sage Rafferty every week on ”Santa Clarita Weekly” as they delve into the pulse of our vibrant community, offering a dynamic blend of local news and sports coverage that keeps you informed and engaged.
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Saturday Aug 31, 2024
Saturday Aug 31, 2024
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill will undergo increased inspections by the South Coast Air Quality Management District due to concerns about pollution. In local sports, Saugus High football broke a losing streak, while Golden Valley and Castaic started the season with wins. The Rams traded linebacker Ernest Jones to the Tennessee Titans, and the Dodgers are on a winning streak, with Shohei Ohtani reaching the 40-40 club.
Saturday Aug 24, 2024
Saturday Aug 24, 2024
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill could face operational pauses due to non-compliance with an abatement order. The high school football season kicks off with Valencia versus Simi Valley and Hart versus Quartz Hill. The Rams made roster moves, impacting Saugus High alum Tanner Brown. The Dodgers won their road trip, thanks to Clayton Kershaw's stellar performance, but injury woes continue.
Saturday Aug 17, 2024
Saturday Aug 17, 2024
Rep. Mike Garcia (R-CA27) held town hall event at College of the Canyons. In sports, the Hart High football team aims for a playoff return, while Castaic High looks to build on a strong 2023 season. Additionally, the US men's volleyball team secured a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, with Saugus High alum David Smith earning his second Olympic bronze, and the Dodgers swept the Pittsburgh Pirates but suffered another season-ending pitcher injury.
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
The Saugus Union School District board voted to put a bond measure on the November ballot to retrofit schools for earthquakes. Meanwhile, the Saugus High football team aims to recover from a tough season, the US men's volleyball team advanced in the Olympics with the help of Saugus grad David Smith, and the Dodgers ended a rough road trip with a win over the A's as they prepare for the second half of the season.
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Dianne Van Hook retired as chancellor of the Santa Clarita Community College District after being placed on administrative leave, ending her 36-year tenure without explanation. In local sports, we continue our previews of the football teams in the Foothill League. Golden Valley and Canyon high School aim to return to the CIF playoffs. In the Paris Olympics, Santa Clarita native Abbey Weitzeil earned a silver medal at the Olympics. The Dodgers made trades and faced challenges with Freddie Freeman's absence due to a family emergency.
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Legal challenges to California's ban on LGBTQIA+ parental notification policies are emerging, affecting local school board elections, with candidates divided on parents' rights and student privacy. Meanwhile, high school football season approaches, with Valencia High and West Ranch vying for the Foothill League championship. Colton Herta from Valencia won the NTT IndyCar Series race in Toronto. The Los Angeles Dodgers might be nearing the end of their pitching problem. Dr. Van Hook retires as CEO of College of the Canyons after being put on administrative leave.
Saturday Jul 20, 2024
Saturday Jul 20, 2024
In an exclusive interview with Jerry Danielsen, a member of the College of the Canyons Board of Trustees, Sage and Tim discuss the future of COC. Andrew Taban launched his campaign for the College of the Canyons Board of Trustees in Trustee Area 3, with notable support from political figures and colleagues. Amid administrative changes, including the placement of Chancellor Dr. Dianne Van Hook on administrative leave, the board focuses on maintaining a positive educational environment while preparing for upcoming elections and appointments. Sage and Tim also talk about Abbey Weitzeil at the Paris 2024 Olympics and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Saturday Jul 13, 2024
Saturday Jul 13, 2024
Abbey Weitzeil, who swam for Saugus High School, is headed to her third Olympics this summer in Paris. She is on the 100-meter freestyle relay team and will be in search of her fifth Olympic medal. She talked to Santa Clarita Weekly exclusively as she prepares for the Summer Olympics and how her role on this team is much different than in previous years.
The Dodgers are heading into the All Star break with a comfortable lead in the National League West standings and will be tested against the Phillies in Philadelphia in a clash of two of the best teams in the National League.
Saturday Jul 06, 2024
Saturday Jul 06, 2024
The Women’s March Foundation, based in Los Angeles, marked the second anniversary of Roe v. Wade's overturning with a City Hall news conference; founder Emiliana Guereca discussed the foundation's progress and future goals. June was Pride month, and PFLAG ended it with an LGBTQIA+ forum at Saint Stephens, where I spoke with founders Jeff and Peggy Stabile about the organization. In Sports, Santa Clarita's Jeremy Bischoff competed in the U.S. Men’s Gymnastics Olympic Trials but missed the cut for the Paris Olympics, while the Dodgers, despite a strong start, dropped two of three games to the Giants yet remain on track for a 100-win season.
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Welcome to Santa Clarita Weekly with Tim Haddock and Sage Rafferty. PFLAG met at Starbucks in Valencia to raise awareness for the LGBTQ+ community in Santa Clarita. Saugus High graduate Abbey Weitzeil is heading to her third Summer Olympics in Paris. Plus, the Dodgers adapt without Mookie Betts, winning three out of four against the Rockies and splitting the Freeway Series with the Angels.