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Community July 8, 2005
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New vaccine helps dogs survive deadly rattlesnake bites
By Daniel Wolowicz danielw@theacorn.com
     Curiosity killed the cat. It’s an age-old saying, but true when it comes to animals and rattlesnakes—a dangerous and sometimes lethal combination.
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Juvenile assaulted in front of convenience store
     A juvenile was attacked by three suspects while he was using the payphone at 8 p.m. Fri., July 1 in front of the 7-11 store at Yosemite and Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley.
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Enthusiastic turnout for candidate
     GREAT SUPPORT—Devyn Gortner and Michelle Smolarski, two young political workers-to be, flank the candidate at a Phil Angelides for Governor event on June 29 in Thousand Oaks. The Ventura County Democratic Committee sponsored the informational appearance by the 2006 gubernatorial candidate.
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New headlight law in effect
     When it rains or snows, California motorists must now turn on their headlights or pay up to a $96 fine.
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Service dogs aid those with psychiatric disorders
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com
     When Newbury Park resident Roni Higgins first brought her pink poodle, Pebbles, with her to the Cheesecake Factory in Thousand Oaks, she was told that dogs were prohibited at the restaurant and was she asked to leave.
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Pioneering animator celebrates a life of laughter
By Michael Picarella pic@theacorn.com
     When he was in the Boy Scouts, Simi Valley resident Hal Geer shot pictures, which the Scouting organization used in advertisements. In return, Geer attended summer camp for free. Today Geer, who is a retired Warner Brothers cartoon man, speaks on cruise ships as part o
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Simi resident teaches history through music
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com
     While Craig Newton was unpacking a series of instruments at the Agoura Hills library recently, a group of young children expectantly waited to hear the various sounds.
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It’s time to take your Simi Valley Acorn on Vacation
     Whether you’re going to Santa Barbara or the Barbary Coast, be sure to Take Your Simi Valley Acorn on Vacation.
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Biker couple shares the gospel on the road
By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com
     Once their helmets are on, Chris and Stacey Coleman may look like outlaw bikers, but they are actually on a mission to spread the good news.
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Blood drive set for next Friday afternoon
     Simi Valley Ford is hosting a second blood drive to help United Blood Services from 1 to 5 p.m. next Fri., July 15. A mobile unit will be in the front parking lot of the dealership at 2440 First St.
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