March 31, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

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Sliding into spring

TOO MUCH FUN-Audrey Johnson, 2, of Simi Valley is having a blast as she tries out the new playground equipment at Vista del Arroyo Park at 3451 Chicory Leaf Place. See related photograph on page 12. More...

Six commended for saving man from burning car

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

If you have an accident and your vehicle goes off the 118 Freeway, you can hope that it happens near the Kadota Street underpass, close to the home of David and Kimberly Peters. More...

Health & Wellness

Know how to treat food poisoning, stomach flu

A few hours ago you felt fine. Suddenly, you have stomach cramps, diarrhea and you%27ve started to vomit. Was it something you ate? Or do you have a stomach flu virus? The symptoms are similar and you may never know which you really have. More...

Spring cleaning can help keep allergies in check

A proper spring cleaning of your home can help reduce seasonal allergy symptoms, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). More...

Post Polio Support Group to meet

The Post Polio Support Group will meet at 1:30 p.m. Sat., April 1 in the Fireside Room at United Methodist Church, 2394 Erringer Road, Simi Valley. Russ and Joe of R & J Prosthetics will update attendees on the latest in hi-tech prosthetics. More...

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Sports

Some area divers unhappy with the treatment their sport receives

Administrators say keeping programs afloat isn't easy
By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

Thirty-nine divers representing five area schools took part in last Friday%27s Marmonte League Dive Meet at Westlake High School. More...

Grace Brethren's youth movement showing early dividends

Underclassmen dominate Lancer roster
By Stephen Dorman sdorman@theacorn.com

On the diamond at Grace Brethren, youth has been served. More...

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On The Town

Celebrity impersonator to present 'Superstars' show

Celebrity impersonator Raymond Michael of Moorpark will present his "Casino Superstars Show" at 8 p.m. Fri., April 7 at Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave. More...

Simi Valley girl wins Spotlight Award from Cultural Arts Center

Simi Valley resident Gillian Sanhamel, 14, is the recipient of the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center Foundation Spotlight Award for Young Artist of the Year. More...

Hear radio drama this weekend

L.A. Theatre Works%27 The Play%27s the Thing will present an audio play, "The Member of the Wedding" by Carson McCullers, from 10 p.m. to midnight tomorrow, Sat., April 1, on 88.3 and 102.3 KCLU radio. More...

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Datebook

FRI., MARCH 31 RSVP for Club Show The RSVP deadline is today for the Fri., April 21 "Fashions on Parade" fundraiser of the Westlake Women%27s Club at 10 a.m. at Hyatt Westlake Plaza, 880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. More...

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Two take aim at incumbent in race for county supervisor

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Incumbent Judy Mikels will face two opponents in the upcoming race to represent Simi Valley, Moorpark and surrounding areas on the Ventura County Board of Supervisors. More...

Stretch of 118 Freeway to get new sound wall

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

Residents living along the north side of the 118 Freeway between Sycamore Drive and Erringer Road long troubled by the droning noise of freeway traffic may soon find it quieter. More...

Community

DMV remodel delayed

By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com

The city council last week rejected all four construction bids on a project to renovate the Department of Motor Vehicles building because two of them arrived incomplete. More...

Kiwanis clean up, beautify school grounds

On Sat., March 25, 12 volunteers from Simi Valley Kiwanis arrived at Knolls Elementary School in Simi Valley armed with shovels, rakes, gardening implements, gloves and sun hats for "Total K Day." More...

Local resident a father, a professional communicator -and he loves punk rock

By Sylvie Belmond belmond@theacorn.com

Youth sports have special meaning for Keith Jajko, a Simi Valley resident who shares his expertise not only with his own children, but with others in the community. More...

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Schools

TrebleMakers spreads the joy of early childhood music education

TrebleMakers, a Musikgarten Academy, is part of the early education movement hitting Simi Valley and Moorpark today. More...

Former Simi Valley teacher to retire

Former Simi Valley teacher Barbara (Chaudhuri) Weber, PhD will retire June 9 after 35 years of teaching. More...

Tutors sought to help adults improve reading

A training session will begin soon for volunteers interested in tutoring adults for the Ventura County Library%27s Adult Literacy Program. Tutors are needed for adults on waiting lists in Simi Valley and Camarillo. More...

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Police

The loss was $1,000 when a Chevy grill was stolen between 10 p.m. March 18 and 3:30 p.m. March 19 in the 5600 block of Pittman Street. More...

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Letters

Staunchly defends congressman's decision to run

It was brought to my attention that Congressman Elton Gallegly has decided to run for one more term in the 24th Congressional District. Representation of constituents is the most important factor for a person in public office. More...

Don't be misled-- Mikels deserves to be reelected

What happened to challengers coming out and clearly outlining new ideas, with details and with anticipated results? More...

Girls Scouts to thank volunteers

On April 22, Girls Scouts of the USA will celebrate the accomplishments of its nearly 1 million Girl Scout leaders and other volunteers during National Volunteer Week. More...

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Editorials

Embarrassed for our congressman

U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly (R-Simi Valley) did his party and himself a disservice by withdrawing from the congressional race at the last possible moment and then reversing himself a few days later. More...

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Real Estate

Situated on Quiet Cul-de-sac Street

The Ovdat Team presents this house in a popular Agoura Hills neighborhood on a serene cul-de-sac backing open space. This house has 2,710 square feet with 5-bedrooms, 4-bathrooms and a large back yard. More...

La Cresta Mediterranean Villa in Dos Vientos

A Mediterranean villa in Dos Vientos-this La Cresta home features porcelain tile throughout downstairs with mosaic inlay in entry. More...

Sue Yaeger

Sue Yaeger a top producer with Coldwell Banker in Agoura/Oak Park, has been congratulated by Manager Bill Dalton, for her outstanding production for 2005, earning the International Diamond Society designation. More...

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