The L.A. County Regional Planning Commission has advanced a plan for a 1,500-home development plus about 3 million square feet of commercial space on the west side of the Santa Clarita Valley (Entrada South and Valencia Commerce Center). The project now heads to the County Board of Supervisors for final approval, and could significantly reshape jobs, traffic, and housing in that area over the coming years.Santa Clarita Valley Signal

The William S. Hart Union High School District reported strong performance on the 2025 California School Dashboard, with indicators showing continued academic strength and stable or improving trends across many schools. The district is positioning this as proof that most students are “opportunity-ready” as they graduate.SCVNews.com

Beverage manufacturer DrinkPAK continues to scale up in Santa Clarita, adding a 172,000-square-foot facility as part of its multi-site expansion. The company highlights advanced manufacturing jobs and long-term investment in the valley’s industrial base—good news for local employment and tax revenue.scvedc.org

The city has outlined plans for more park work in 2025, including refurbishing existing parks and moving ahead with a new park at the historic Pioneer Oil Refinery site, which will eventually offer an interactive experience focused on SCV’s early oil history.Santa Clarita Valley Signal

Coverage in local lifestyle media says Valencia Town Center is leaning into its role as a community hub, with new tenants, seasonal events, and family-friendly programming to keep the mall active as shopping habits shift. Expect more holiday-season events, pop-ups, and dining options there this year.Santa Clarita Magazine