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Jan 21, 2025 | 
community.thriveglobal.com | Brittany Hodak |Katy Perry
Events have the power to do more than just draw a crowd—they can inspire loyalty, foster relationships, and leave lasting impressions. Yet, many organizers still focus on boosting attendance or handing out free swag, missing the bigger picture. The goal isn’t just to fill seats but to create moments that transform first-time visitors into lifelong brand advocates. Let’s explore how to craft events that don’t just attract attention but create deep, lasting connections.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Santa Clarita Native |Katy Perry
These taxpayers now have until Oct. 15, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. The IRS is offering relief to any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Currently, individuals and households that reside or have a business in Los Angeles County qualify for tax relief. The same relief will be available to any other counties added later to the disaster area.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
Price gouging during a declared emergency is a serious offense, prohibited under California Price Gouging Law (Penal Code 396). The law forbids businesses from raising prices on essential goods and services, including hotel rooms, rental housing, and emergency supplies, by more than 10 percent during an emergency.
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Jan 12, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
The Assemblywoman emphasized the critical role of Cal Guard in supplementing Cal FIRE’s efforts to protect lives, property, and natural resources across the region. Nearly 180,000 residents have been evacuated, with an additional 200,000 under evacuation warnings. Tragically, five lives have been lost, with further injuries reported. Economic losses are estimated to range in the billions.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
As of Friday, multiple wind-driven brush fires have scorched over 30,000 acres, claiming the lives of at least seven civilians. Palisades Fire: Jan. 7 – Pacific PalisadesThe Palisades Fire, which started Tuesday around 10:30 a.m. near Palisades Drive and Calle Victoria in Pacific Palisades, has burned 20,438 acres and is now 8 percent contained, according to officials.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | SoCal Wildfires |Katy Perry
Wildfires not only cause physical destruction but also significant emotional distress, particularly for children and families. The upheaval caused by separation, evacuation, and uncertainty can leave lasting emotional impacts. Families may face the loss of homes, pets, and cherished possessions, while the disruption of routines undermines a sense of stability. Children, in particular, rely on the adults around them for comfort, guidance, and reassurance during such trying times.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
Additionally, new Directors Ken Cooper and Dan Masnada were officially seated, and incumbents Kathye Armitage, Gary Martin, Piotr Orzechowski, and Ken Petersen were readministered the oath of office following their re-election to the Board in November 2024. “It has been my pleasure to serve as a director since my time with Newhall County Water District, and I was excited about the consolidation of our legacy agencies in 2018.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
Allies provide invaluable support to these vulnerable youth, as each one is paired with a youth who they will help guide and encourage as they complete a post-secondary education – a key to breaking the cycle of challenges faced by these youth. On Jan. 14, a training session will be held for anyone interested in learning more about what being an FYI Ally entails. The training will take place in the Fellowship Center at Christ Lutheran Church in Valencia from 6-8 pm.
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Jan 6, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
The 2025 Annual St. Francis Dam Disaster Lecture and Bus Tour is scheduled to be held Saturday, March 15, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. The event is a fundraiser for the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society. Tickets for the event are $81.88 each. Agenda10:30- 11:30 a.m.St. Francis Dam Lecture: Alan Pollack, Ann Stansell, Dianne Hellrigel.
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Jan 6, 2025 | 
hometownstation.com | Katy Perry
“We extend our gratitude to everyone who submitted nominations this year and encourage those whose nominees were not selected to participate again next year. Every nominee truly deserves recognition,” said Di Thompson, Chair of the SCV Chamber Board.
