by Stephanie Struyck | Jan 23, 2015 | February/March, Love Stories
They were both freshman in high school when their romance began. He was a football player and thought she was the cutest girl ever. She was a cheerleader who had eyes for number 78. But it wasn’t until the end of the school year when their love story began. The...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jan 23, 2015 | Cover Story, February/March
She was born in Sweden, but raised in Santa Clarita since she was a year old. He was born in Bangladesh, and raised in the city of Los Angeles. Despite being countries apart at birth, the two eventually met and their love continues to blossom. It was in 2005, at a...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 24, 2014 | December/January, Looking Back
In 1969 the cost of gas was only 35 cents, and the average home was about $15,550. President Nixon was in office, and the Beatles recorded their final album together. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid graced the big screen that year, while Neil Armstrong and Buzz...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 22, 2014 | December/January, Spotlight
A few years ago we featured Santa Clarita resident Jahruba “Ruba” Wilson, actor, host, dancer, singer and red carpet correspondent. Just last month Ruba made his debut on Oprah Winfrey Network’s Flex & Shanice, a reality series following the lives of actor and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 22, 2014 | December/January, Spotlight
He taught chess to well over 35,000 kids and has recently created an app to help even more students develop a love for the game. Coach Jay Stallings began teaching chess to a group of students in 1993. Chess For Kids continued to grow as Santa Clarita residents began...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 22, 2014 | December/January, Million Dollar Home
While Hollywood is known for being the home of the entertainment industry, Santa Clarita is no stranger to film. Otherwise known as Hollywood’s backlot, the Santa Clarita Valley has played an important role in the movie industry. In fact, it has become a local hot...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 21, 2014 | Closeup, December/January
What happens when you mix a carpenter with an actor? You get a recipe for success; you also get one of the most fun-loving, creative people on the planet, HGTV’s Stephen Zimpel. Thanks to his father, Stephen was no stranger to power tools. “My dad was a developer and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Looking Back, October/November
They are the men and women in uniform who selflessly dedicate their lives for our nation’s freedom. They are the courageous, brave and valiant, who have fought for liberty and freedom for all, defending our nation so that we may live in peace. They are our veterans....
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Closeup, October/November
Blue Plate Radio described his music as “jazz chops with pop.” Concord Records’ Rick Nuhn noted his debut CD as “cool and crisp…unexpected pleasure”. And after listening to his music, you can’t help but smile and agree with what the professionals have to say about...
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Closeup, October/November
On March 5, 2007, Holly and Derek Cordova received the news that their four-year-old son, Tyler, had non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. After years of chemotherapy, radiation, well over 20 surgeries, collectively over a year of hospitalization, and a stem cell transplant, Tyler...
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Closeup, October/November
While her initial childhood dream was to become a star in front of the camera, one Valencia High School graduate quickly found success behind the scenes. Meet Shanna Pinsker. Shanna is currently the Post Production Coordinator for the hit ABC television series and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Million Dollar Home, October/November
At first glance, this spacious 5,600 square foot home looks like it belongs in a fairytale. The large, wide-open lawn (perfect for tea parties) leads to a winding garden path up to the front door. As you cross the rustic stone steps, enter through the vintage double...
