The Time Ranger
The Time Ranger
Source: The Signal
Date: 08/01/2026 4:04am
Article Summary:
**Bullets, Tunnels and Time Travel: A Whimsical Ride Through Santa Clarita’s August 1 History**
In this nostalgic column, John Boston takes readers on a humorous and wide-ranging ride through Santa Clarita’s past, highlighting notable events tied to early August across the decades. From historic tunnels, oil refineries and school budgets to tragic accidents, odd crimes, a near-fatal building collapse involving a local historian, and even a hunter shot “in the butt,” the piece blends quirky storytelling with local history. Boston captures both the colorful personalities and dramatic moments that helped shape the valley’s heritage.
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Date: 08/01/2026 4:04am
**Bullets, Tunnels and Time Travel: A Whimsical Ride Through Santa Clarita’s August 1 History**
In this nostalgic column, John Boston takes readers on a humorous and wide-ranging ride through Santa Clarita’s past, highlighting notable events tied to early August across the decades. From historic tunnels, oil refineries and school budgets to tragic accidents, odd crimes, a near-fatal building collapse involving a local historian, and even a hunter shot “in the butt,” the piece blends quirky storytelling with local history. Boston captures both the colorful personalities and dramatic moments that helped shape the valley’s heritage.
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