by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 23, 2014 | August/September, Great Escape
Just a short hour and a half drive from the SCV, off Route 58, is a little town known as Tehachapi. Sitting at an elevation of 4,000 feet, it only took but one visit to fall in love with all the city had to offer and a few more visits thereafter to discover the true...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 23, 2014 | August/September, Closeup
There was no shortage of creative opportunities for Dody Rogers while growing up. In fact, it was at a young age that the Santa Clarita resident and artist discovered her love for art. “My father was an artist,” states Dody. “He worked at Walt Disney Studios and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 23, 2014 | August/September, Million Dollar Home
Whitening Lightning’s creator, Jennifer Gerard makes her home in the beautiful hills of Sand Canyon. Her business, Whitening Lightning, began as a small mobile teeth-whitening service in the SCV and quickly turned into a million dollar success. Having moved to the...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 23, 2014 | August/September, Cover Story
Her illustrious career has etched her way into country music’s record books and at the age of 32, has accomplished more than most seasoned veterans. Having sold over 40 million albums, the young country superstar captured the heart of country fans across America and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 22, 2014 | August/September, Closeup
He’s lived here since birth and has found much success in a town he proudly calls home. Meet Mike Bjorkman. Whether you’ve seen his photo in magazines or on billboards, watched him on local tv or even cheered him on as he strutted down the catwalk with the HomeSmart...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | June/July, Looking Back
For more than 30 years, Jim Ventress has been mentoring children, dedicating his time and energy to improving the lives of his community and those who reside, and saying “goodbye” to someone who has made a tremendous impact on the Boys & Girls Club of Santa...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | June/July, Spotlight
On June 28, 2013, lightning struck, creating a wildfire near Yarnell, Arizona. Tragedy occurred just two days later taking the lives of 19 City of Prescott firefighters as they were trapped in the Yarnell Hill Wildfire. This was one of the highest wildland...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | Eve's Wine 101, Food & Wine, June/July, Love Stories
Keeping the Flame Lit – Eve & Eddie Bushman It was at a disco, back in the early 1980’when the two met. He asked her to dance, and she said…no. The story doesn’t end there, though. In fact, it was just beginning. “My friends told me I should go and dance...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | Closeup, June/July
There is nothing more enticing than cooling off those hot summer days with a mouthwatering frozen concoction. Thanks to Santa Clarita resident Jenny Broderick, we can enjoy these adult delights in the comfort of our own home. From the Kinky Key Lime, to the Moaning...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | June/July, Social Scene
Hundreds of guests cheered as their favorite men and women of the Santa Clarita Valley hit the catwalk for the 2014 Soroptimist International of Greater SCV’s 4th Annual Fashion Show: Fashion, Follies & Fun on Sunday, March 23, at the Hyatt Regency Valencia. ...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | Closeup, June/July
While Jerry may have been born in Iowa, his roots are clearly imbedded in Santa Clarita, moving here in the early 1970’s, attending Arroyo Seco Junior High, Hart High School, College of the Canyons and California Institute of the Arts. It was at an early age when...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | Great Escape, June/July
Just a few months ago, I made my way to Mobile, Alabama with a team of writers from all over the country. Little did I know, I was in for the experience of a lifetime. I took a trip on a pontoon, kayaked with the alligators, got stuck in the middle of a storm,...
