March 17, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

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The rainbow connection

A POT O' GOLD FOR ST. PADDY'S DAY-The leprechauns arrived a week early in the south side of Simi Valley last Friday as resident Mark Horowitz proved with this photo of a perfect rainbow near his home. More...

Christmas in March

BILL SPARKES/Acorn Newspapers TIME AND TRAINS PASS-Barbara Robbins of Simi Valley is waiting for the Metrolink at the Simi Valley station. More...

Health & Wellness

Hospital Foundation appoints new director

Simi Valley Hospital recently announced the appointment of Moorpark resident Donna Wick as the new executive director of the Simi Valley Hospital (SVH) Foundation. More...

CSUN's weeklong conference will stress ability over disability

People with disabilities, academics and some of the world%27s leading technology entrepreneurs will gather this month to explore ways technology can make life easier for persons with disabilities. More...

Setting smaller health goals can reap bigger lifetime benefits

Many of us make health-related resolutions, such as to lose weight, stop smoking or join the neighborhood health club. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health. More...

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Sports

Rough day on the diamond for Royal baseball team against Agoura

Photos by JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers FIRST LOSS OF THE SEASON-In a battle between two Marmonte League contenders, the Agoura Chargers defeated the Royal Highlanders, 11-3, Wednesday afternoon at Royal High. More...

Local author releases unauthorized biography on Bob Knight

By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

Tyrant. Genius. Bully. Winner. Former Indiana University and current Texas Tech head basketball coach Bob Knight has been called a lot of things, some favorable, and some less kind. More...

Simi Valley High student spends seven months prepping for L.A. Marathon

Big race set for Sunday in downtown Los Angeles
By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

Lauren Kahn is always looking for a new challenge. More...

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On The Town

Moorpark College Exotic Animal Training Program to present annual Spring Spectacular

The Exotic Animal Training and Management (EATM) Program at Moorpark College will present its Spring Spectacular Show, "Peter Pan and the Perils of the Pixie," starring Schmoo the Sea Lion, Happy the American Alligator and Scooter the Capuchin, More...

'Hamlet' goes to Hollywood at Moorpark College

Moorpark College%27s Theatre Arts Department announces its spring production of "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare, but with a Hollywood twist. More...

Cellos get romantic at CLU concert

Dr. Joyce Geeting, music professor at California Lutheran University, will perform "The Romantic Cello" at 7 p.m. Sun., March 26 in Overton Hall on the CLU campus at 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks during the annual faculty recital. More...

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Datebook

FRI., MARCH 17 Leprechauns at Leonis Leonis Adobe Museum, 23537 Calabasas Road, Old Town Calabasas: Special treasure hunt for youth ages 2 through 8 searching for leprechauns%27 pot of gold, from 1 to 4 p.m. $1 to $4. (818) 222-6511 More...

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Gallegly changes mind on decision not to run

Congressman back in the race
By Daniel Wolowicz danielw@theacorn.com

U.S. Rep. More...

First Street 118 ramp called a ticket trap

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

It may seem to local motorists that law enforcement has increased their presence on the 118 More...

Swim instructor passes away

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Honey Lanning, a Simi Valley resident for 44 years and a nationally recognized swimming instructor, has died at the age of 64. She was diagnosed with cancer only about a week before she died on March 8. More...

Community

Mikels postpones plans to rebuild Tapo Canyon Park

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Supervisor Judy Mikels announced last week plans to rebuild Tapo Canyon Park are on hold until after the June 6 primary. More...

Former mayor to be honored with tree planting

The city of Simi Valley%27s Tree Advisory Board will honor former Mayor Bill Davis with a tree planting at 10 a.m. Sat., March 18 on Alamo Street west of Tapo Canyon Road, near the police station at 3901 Alamo St. More...

New 'Welcome to Simi Valley' sign in the works

By Kyle Jorrey kjorrey@theacorn.com

Ever since 1995, residents returning home from a hard day%27s work in the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles or the nearby San Fernando Valley have been greeted by the "Welcome to Simi Valley" sign. More...

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Schools

College Foundation scholarship awards increase to more than $150,000

Sparked by Moorpark College Foundation Board members who%27ve donated generously as individuals or through their companies, and the support of many college staff members, the Moorpark College scholarship awards should increase to more than $1 More...

Discovery Day benefit to offer fun, education for parents and children

The Moorpark College Child Development Center presents its semi-annual fundraiser, Discovery Day, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., March 25 in the rooms, patios and grounds of the center at 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark. More...

St. Patrick was Scottish, not Irish

Did you know that Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, wasn%27t even Irish? More...

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Pets

Police arrested a suspect for domestic violence and malicious destruction of a telephone line at 6:45 p.m. March 5 in the 3100 block of Granville Avenue. More...

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Family

Boys Scouts to sponsor triple fundraiser

Boy Scout Troop 605 of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Simi Valley will sponsor a car wash, garage sale and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat., March 25 at Royal High School, 1402 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. More...

Kiwanis to host garage sale

Simi Valley Kiwanis will host a garage sale featuring a wide variety of items from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., March 18 at the home of club president Jim Lightfoot, 743 Harper Street, Simi Valley. More...

Brownilympics will attract 300 youngsters

The 22nd annual Brownilympics will be at Royal High School on Sat., April 1. Nearly 300 Simi Valley Brownie Scouts in first through third grades will participate in Olympic-style athletic events. More...

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Editorials

Keep your dog on a leash

Our local, state and national parks are precious resources accommodating many living things, dogs included. But man%27s best friend can also become nature%27s enemy if taken off a leash and allowed to run free. More...

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Real Estate

This Home Features A Giant Retreat Bathroom

This is a great floor plan with 4-bedrooms and 3-full baths. One bedroom and one bath are on the first floor. More...

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