With their shiny black paint job, raised rear suspension and nocturnal habits, these darkling beetles resemble something you’d see cruising the streets at night.  But don’t be fooled – come too close for a better look and you’re likely to receive a nasty-smelling surprise.  Because you’ve come across a STINKBUG!In the spring and summer, these beetles are what we call crepuscular, that is, active at twilight, night and dawn. 

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved Mayor Michael D. Antonovich’s plan to provide increased  access for equestrians, hikers, and cyclists.“Working with the Department of Parks and Recreation, the Department of Regional Planning, town councils in Acton, Agua Dulce, Castaic-Val Verde, and West Ranch and the City of Santa Clarita, we have a comprehensive plan to improve and expand our trail system that is supported by equestrians, hikers, trail enthusiasts and property-owners,” said Mayor Antonovich.  

The very plan that gave 15 applicants a chance to be a city councilman has now seemed to change mid stream. Originally, the plan called for three public panels to conduct interviews, and then rate their top five candidates. Those top five would then be interviewed by the city council at a special meeting on Wednesday, which went on last night.Now, here’s where it gets interesting. If the council could not reach a decision on the top 5 candidates, then another meeting would be held on Friday to interview the applicants that were ranked 6th through 10th.

Yesterday in Canyon Country, One male 15 year old became involved in a fight with two other juveniles. One of the fighters pulled out a pocket knife and stabbed the 15 year old in the chest once, and under the right arm, this according to Sheriff Department officials.