State aims to weed out pot farms on public land
     California State Attorney General Bill Lockyer has announced the kick-off of California's 2006 Campaign Against Marijuana Planting (CAMP) eradication program.
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Oak trees continue to be at risk of deadly disease
     A plant disease commonly called Sudden Oak Death continues to threaten coastal forests in California and Oregon.
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CHP to offer Explorer program
     The California Highway Patrol in Moorpark said it will begin accepting applications in mid-July for their new Explorers volunteer program set to begin later this summer.
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Writers club seeking new members
     The Ventura County Writers Club is accepting new members who are currently published writers or seriously interested in improving their craft through workshops and hearing from guest speakers who will provide writing tips and techniques.
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     The following holiday events will be offered in the area on Tues., July 4:
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Guidelines for firework safety
     Although fireworks are illegal in Simi Valley, every year more Americans use fireworks as part of their celebrations. Across the country, 47 states now allow fireworks in one fashion or another. The injury rate has been declining.
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Telex Foundation gives grant to Simi Valley YMCA
     The Teleflex Foundation awarded a $7,500 grant to the Simi Valley Family YMCA. The funds will be used to help families who need financial assistance to participate in YMCA programs.
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Make reservations to rent Simi senior center
     Applications for rental of the Simi Valley Senior Center for 2007 will be accepted during an open reservation period from Mon., July 10 through Fri., July 14.
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