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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Public Health Office Closures: What's Happening and Why?

Public health offices in several towns are at risk of closing. The proposal is being reviewed before a final decision. The plan is to shut down seven leased offices in the region. The board wants more information before making a final call. They asked the Medical Officer of Health to take another lo

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Nov 20 2025HEALTH

Santa Clarita's Festive Fundraiser for a Good Cause

Santa Clarita United Methodist Church will host a vibrant Holiday Boutique this Saturday. The event, running from 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. , is a major fundraiser for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in the Santa Clarita Valley. This isn't just any shopping event. It's a chance to support a

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Nov 16 2025WEATHER

Wet Weather Warnings: What Santa Clarita Valley Needs to Know

Santa Clarita Valley is getting a lot of rain. This is the first big storm in a long time. It started last week and will last until Thursday. The weather will be up and down. Days will be in the 60s. Nights will be in the 40s. Rain is falling hard. It could be 2 to 3 inches in some places. A flash

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Nov 13 2025FINANCE

Public Takes a Big Step Into Crypto with Alto Acquisition

Public, a popular investing app, has made a significant move into the world of cryptocurrency. They recently bought Alto's crypto business for a hefty $65 million in cash and stock. This deal gives Public access to about $600 million in assets under management, making it the first investing app to o

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Oct 30 2025FINANCE

Santander UK Holds Back Numbers Amid Car Loan Checks

Santander UK has decided to keep its third-quarter results under wraps. This comes as they are looking closely at their car loan business. They don't think this will hurt their money reserves or how much cash they have on hand. Earlier, they set aside 293 million pounds to pay back customers if need

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Sep 20 2025EDUCATION

Santa Rosa Junior College: A Beacon of Stability in Uncertain Times

Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is standing strong in the face of challenges. The college is dealing with changes in enrollment, financial pressures, and shifting student needs. But President Dr. Angélica Garcia is determined to keep SRJC a reliable force in the community. Garcia believes that whi

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Jul 22 2025HEALTH

Smart Money Moves for Healthier Communities

Public health is a big deal, and it's not just about doctors and hospitals. It's about how money is spent across different areas of public policy. To make sure everyone gets the care they need, governments must figure out how to use their budgets wisely. But this is tricky. It often involves experts

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Jul 16 2025POLITICS

Public Broadcasting at Risk: What's Next for PBS and NPR?

Public broadcasting in the U. S. is facing a serious threat. The Senate is considering a move to take back nearly $1. 1 billion that was already set aside for public media. This includes PBS and NPR, which have relied on federal funding for decades. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is

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Jul 01 2025HEALTH

How Media Can Save Lives: A New Way to Spread Health Messages

Public health messages often get lost in today's crowded media landscape. But what if we could use entertainment to spread important health information? This idea isn't just a fun thought experiment—it's a real strategy backed by science. Think about how TV shows and social media influencers shape

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May 26 2025HEALTH

Public Workers: Mindfulness or Stress Management?

Public sector employees often face high stress levels. So, it is vital to find effective ways to manage it. Two popular methods stand out: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Life (MBCT-L) and Stress Reduction Psychoeducation (SRP). Both aim to boost mental well-being, but they go about it diffe

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